Posted 01/12/2026
Job Number: 15266

Tax Manager

Chicago, IL Hybrid

Industry:  Accounting

Job Category: Accounting

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $150,000 - $175,000/Annually

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Job Description

A Chicago-based accounting and advisory firm is hiring a Tax Manager to lead complex client work, mentor a small team, and partner directly with firm leadership on high-value tax and advisory engagements. You will oversee returns for closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals, manage client relationships, and help shape how the firm continues to grow. They are looking for a seasoned public accounting professional who wants stability, influence, and a long-term home.

Salary Range: $150,000 – $175,000 / Year DOE

Tax Manager Responsibilities:

  • Lead and review preparation of complex tax returns, including 1040s, C-corps, S-corps and nonprofits
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for high-value, closely held business clients
  • Work with partners on tax planning, compliance, and strategic advisories
  • Oversee and support a team of approximately 10 staff and seniors
  • Track deadlines and workflow to ensure timely delivery during busy seasons
  • Coordinate with attorneys and outside advisors on trust, estate, and investment matters
  • Assist with audits, accounting, and special client projects
  • Stay current on tax law changes and apply them to client strategies
  • Support onboarding of new clients and expansion of firm services

Tax Manager Requirements:

  • 7+ years of public accounting tax experience
  • 2+ years overseeing or mentoring staff
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
  • Strong experience with complex individual and business tax returns
  • Proficiency with Excel, Word, and tax software
  • Experience working in a small to mid-sized public accounting firm
  • Strong client-facing and leadership skills
  • CPA preferred or in progress

Benefits:

  • 5% – 12% annual bonus paid in January or February
  • Hybrid schedule: Monday-Thursday onsite, Fridays remote
  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • 401(k) with profit sharing
  • 6-7 weeks of PTO + Federal holidays
  • Long-term growth path with potential for partnership
  • A firm where people retire, not rotate

This is not a revolving-door firm. If you want to lead meaningful client work, be respected for your expertise, and build a career that lasts, this is where you belong. #LI-MH2

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