Senior Tax Associate

Take the Next Step in Your Tax CareerWe are partnering with a well-established public accounting firm in the Chicago suburbs that is looking to add a Senior Tax Associate to its growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional who wants to take on greater ownership, work directly with clients, and begin developing junior team members. You will gain exposure to a diverse client base and a broad mix of corporate, partnership, individual, trust, and multistate tax work.The firm offers the resources and client complexity of a larger organization while maintaining a collaborative, people-focused environment where employees receive direct access to firm leadership.What You’ll DoPrepare and review corporate, partnership, individual, trust, and multistate income tax returnsManage tax engagements from information gathering through final deliveryIdentify, research, and document federal and state tax issuesWork directly with clients on tax planning, compliance, and year-round questionsPrepare tax accrual workpapers and supporting documentationRecommend strategies that help clients maintain compliance and manage their tax obligationsReview work completed by associates and provide constructive feedbackDelegate assignments and help manage engagement deadlinesTrain and mentor junior members of the tax teamStay current on changes in federal, state, and local tax lawWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related fieldAt least two years of public accounting tax experienceExperience preparing and reviewing business and individual tax returnsKnowledge of corporate, partnership, pass-through, trust, or multistate taxationPrevious experience reviewing work or mentoring junior professionalsCPA license, completed CPA exams, or active progress toward the CPA preferredStrong communication, research, and analytical skillsExperience with CCH, RIA, BNA, or similar tax software is beneficialWhy Consider This Opportunity?Clear opportunity to progress toward Tax ManagerDirect involvement with clients and firm leadershipDiverse tax work across businesses, individuals, and trustsOpportunity to supervise and develop junior professionalsEstablished firm with a strong reputation in the Chicago marketMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement plan with employer contributionGenerous paid time offPaid parental leaveContinuing education and professional developmentFormal mentorship opportunitiesCollaborative an