Posted 05/09/2025
Job Number: 12842
Tax Manager
Oakbrook Terrance, Illinois • Hybrid
Industry: Business Services
Job Category: Accounting
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $150,000 - $170,000/Annually
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Job Description
A respected full-service CPA firm with a rich history is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their growing team. This role is perfect for a seasoned tax professional who enjoys hands-on tax compliance and planning work, particularly with trusts and estates, and wants to collaborate directly with clients. They are looking for a candidate who can lead complex engagements, supervise tax return compliance, and provide strategic tax planning insights.
Salary Range: $150,000 – $170,000 / year DOE
Tax Manager Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise income tax return compliance engagements and related planning
- Review and complete complex tax returns including S-Corps, Partnerships, C-Corps, and high-net-worth individual returns
- Specialize in trust and estate engagements, handling both compliance and consulting projects
- Provide hands-on assistance in tax matters while mentoring and supporting other professional staff
- Consult directly with clients to understand their financial goals and develop tax strategies
- Stay current on Federal tax laws affecting individuals, businesses, and trusts/estates
- Collaborate with partners to ensure high-quality client service and identify tax planning opportunities
- Use cloud-based tools including Intuit Lacerte, CCH Answer Connect, and ProSystems FX/Knowledge Coach
Tax Manager Requirements:
- CPA license required
- Minimum of 8 years of recent public accounting experience in a CPA firm
- Strong background in trusts and estates taxation is essential
- Experience in both individual and business tax planning and compliance
- Supervisory experience with a focus on client service excellence
- Proficient with Intuit Lacerte and related cloud-based tax preparation and research tools
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience on both tax compliance and assurance sides of the business is a plus
- Willingness to contribute to both individual and business tax strategies
- Interest in potential partnership opportunities within the firm
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary with annual bonuses
- 401(k) plan with discretionary profit-sharing contribution
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Dental and vision insurance options
- Flexible PTO and vacation policy
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Hybrid work schedule after ramp-up period
- Potential for partnership and ownership equity without a large buy-in
If you’re a passionate tax professional seeking meaningful client interactions and a long-term growth opportunity, apply now!
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