Tax Manager
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Job:
Tax Manager (CPA)
Location: Chicago IL
Job Type: Full-Time In-Person
Compensation: $95000 $125000 per year (based on experience)
Tax Manager (CPA)
Location: Chicago IL
Job Type: Full-Time In-Person
Compensation: $95000 $125000 per year (based on experience)
About the Company:
We are an established tax and accounting firm serving individuals small businesses and other organizations throughout the Chicago area. Our work is grounded in accuracy collaboration and clear communication with clients.
We are an established tax and accounting firm serving individuals small businesses and other organizations throughout the Chicago area. Our work is grounded in accuracy collaboration and clear communication with clients.
After operating as a modestly sized firm for over 30 years we are entering a new phase of growth and seeking team members who can help expand our tax review capacity enhance client service and contribute to the firms long-term evolution.
We offer a small entrepreneurial environment where your ideas carry weight and your impact is visible. You will have the opportunity to shape your work and influence the firms future. While our immediate focus is on expanding tax review capability we encourage initiative across all areas. This is a true you get out what you put in atmosphere-ideal for someone who is self-driven enjoys autonomy and wants to help build something meaningful.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Tax Manager (CPA) with approximately 5 7 years of experience in preparing and reviewing tax returns maintaining bookkeeping records and providing client-facing service.
This full-time on-site role is based in our Chicago office and is well suited for a professional who can independently manage a book of clients oversee the end-to-end compliance process and lead tax engagements with minimal supervision.
We are seeking a Tax Manager (CPA) with approximately 5 7 years of experience in preparing and reviewing tax returns maintaining bookkeeping records and providing client-facing service.
This full-time on-site role is based in our Chicago office and is well suited for a professional who can independently manage a book of clients oversee the end-to-end compliance process and lead tax engagements with minimal supervision.
Primary Responsibilities:
Review tax returns prepared by staff (1040 Schedule C 1065 1 and others)
Sign and submit accurate returns and reports to the IRS and state departments of revenue
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients answering questions about return results and advising on future action items
Review tax returns prepared by staff (1040 Schedule C 1065 1 and others)
Sign and submit accurate returns and reports to the IRS and state departments of revenue
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients answering questions about return results and advising on future action items
Additional Responsibilities:
Hire train and support junior and senior-level staff and administrative assistants
Collaborate with leadership on process improvements technology adoption and workflow efficiency
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and accounting regulations
Proactively advise clients regarding the tax implications of future life events
Develop strategies to optimize tax outcomes for clients
Work closely with the office team to ensure accuracy and client satisfaction
Hire train and support junior and senior-level staff and administrative assistants
Collaborate with leadership on process improvements technology adoption and workflow efficiency
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and accounting regulations
Proactively advise clients regarding the tax implications of future life events
Develop strategies to optimize tax outcomes for clients
Work closely with the office team to ensure accuracy and client satisfaction
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
Active CPA license (Illinois or reciprocal)
Expertise in tax compliance and preparation
Proficiency in tax planning and strategy
Strong knowledge of tax law and regulations
Experience with professional tax and practice management software
Ability to manage workload independently
Willingness to collaborate with administrative staff accounting team members and firm leadership
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
Active CPA license (Illinois or reciprocal)
Expertise in tax compliance and preparation
Proficiency in tax planning and strategy
Strong knowledge of tax law and regulations
Experience with professional tax and practice management software
Ability to manage workload independently
Willingness to collaborate with administrative staff accounting team members and firm leadership
What We Offer:
Salary: $95000 $125000 based on experience
Performance-based bonuses after tax and extension seasons
Flexible schedule outside of tax season
Paid time off and holidays
Continuing education and CPA license support
Medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Salary: $95000 $125000 based on experience
Performance-based bonuses after tax and extension seasons
Flexible schedule outside of tax season
Paid time off and holidays
Continuing education and CPA license support
Medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Key Skills
- Tax Experience
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- SOX
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
