Tax Manager

Wheaton, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This is a remote position.

Our client is a well-established boutique public accounting firm providing high-touch tax and advisory services to closely held businesses and individuals. Known for its technical depth client-first mindset and collaborative culture the firm delivers thoughtful practical tax solutions across a wide range of entity structures. As the firm continues to grow they are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to play a key role in both client service and team leadership.

This role is ideal for a strong tax professional who is also entrepreneurial. Youll be supported in building your own book of business over time with a commission-based bonus structure that is outside the norm for accounting. There are no quotas but the firm believes nurturing your growth and business development skills is crucialfor you and for the team.

Key Responsibilities

Review and prepare complex federal and state tax returns for individuals and closely held businesses including FormsS and 1065.
Lead tax engagements from planning through completion maintaining high standards for accuracy timeliness and client communication.
Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services including tax projections and scenario-based planning to support client decision-making.
Confidently discuss cash flow considerations with clients and connect tax strategy to practical business outcomes.
Serve as a technical resource to the team reviewing work resolving complex issues and ensuring quality control across returns and deliverables.
Train mentor and develop staff and senior-level accountants through coaching and review.
Support select accounting-related needs tied to tax deliverables including entering transactions for sales tax and assisting with sales tax compliance workflows as needed.
Develop and grow client relationships contributing to business development through networking referrals and expanding existing relationships.
Work primarily in Lacerte with additional exposure to software such as CCH Axcess Drake and other tax platforms as needed.

Requirements

57 years of dedicated tax experience in public accounting.
Strong experience in a boutique or small-to-mid-sized firm environment with hands-on exposure toS and 1065 work.
Experience bridging tax and accounting conversationsable to advise clients on cash flow projections and planning in preparation for tax reviews.
CPA or EA preferred but not required.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownershipmust be a self-starter with a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality.
Prior review and/or leadership experience strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills and confidence interacting directly with clients.
Interest in business development and relationship-buildingsomeone who is an accountant but also motivated to bring in business over time (no quotas).

Benefits

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Commission-based bonus structure (unique for accounting; designed to reward business development)
PTO and Holidays
Supportive team-oriented culture with long-term growth potential

Required Skills:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting or tax advisory CPA license required Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and maintain long-term client relationships Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to take ownership contribute to firm strategy and help shape future growth Familiarity with CCH tax software and cloud-based financial tools A passion for the work your clients do and a dedication to helping them succeed

This is a remote position.Our client is a well-established boutique public accounting firm providing high-touch tax and advisory services to closely held businesses and individuals. Known for its technical depth client-first mindset and collaborative culture the firm delivers thoughtful practical...

This is a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

Review and prepare complex federal and state tax returns for individuals and closely held businesses including FormsS and 1065.
Lead tax engagements from planning through completion maintaining high standards for accuracy timeliness and client communication.
Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services including tax projections and scenario-based planning to support client decision-making.
Confidently discuss cash flow considerations with clients and connect tax strategy to practical business outcomes.
Serve as a technical resource to the team reviewing work resolving complex issues and ensuring quality control across returns and deliverables.
Train mentor and develop staff and senior-level accountants through coaching and review.
Support select accounting-related needs tied to tax deliverables including entering transactions for sales tax and assisting with sales tax compliance workflows as needed.
Develop and grow client relationships contributing to business development through networking referrals and expanding existing relationships.
Work primarily in Lacerte with additional exposure to software such as CCH Axcess Drake and other tax platforms as needed.

Requirements

57 years of dedicated tax experience in public accounting.
Strong experience in a boutique or small-to-mid-sized firm environment with hands-on exposure toS and 1065 work.
Experience bridging tax and accounting conversationsable to advise clients on cash flow projections and planning in preparation for tax reviews.
CPA or EA preferred but not required.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownershipmust be a self-starter with a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality.
Prior review and/or leadership experience strongly preferred.
Strong communication skills and confidence interacting directly with clients.
Interest in business development and relationship-buildingsomeone who is an accountant but also motivated to bring in business over time (no quotas).

Benefits

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Commission-based bonus structure (unique for accounting; designed to reward business development)
PTO and Holidays
Supportive team-oriented culture with long-term growth potential

Required Skills: