Tax Senior (Accounting firm)

Tax Senior (Accounting Firm)

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About the Job

A mid-sized accounting firm committed to providing exceptional client accounting services is currently recruiting a talented individual to join their team as a Tax Senior.

Reports to: Tax Manager

Key responsibilities:

• First year seniors 70% review and 30% preparation, experienced seniors 100% review of tax returns for Partnerships (1065), and S and C-corps (1120), Individuals (1040) and others, as assigned.
• Handle routine client tax questions, research tax issues, and work with clients to collect necessary information for tax return completion and compliance.
• Assist in tax field exams and any tax notice resolutions.
• Recognize and inform senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients.
• Assist with training and developing staff and interns.
• Manage a team of 3.

Key experience and skills:

• CPA license or pursuing a CPA (eligible to sit with 150 credit hours)
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting at a mid-market firm (no Big 4 candidates)
• Experience in tax review, preparation and returns for Partnerships, S and C-corps and Individuals
• Client experience in: Manufacturing, real estate, professional services, restaurant, and retail.
• Bachelors degree in accounting.
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting industry at a mid-market firm

Benefits:

• Comprehensive insurance plans (medical, disability, life, identity theft, pet)
• Subsidized caregiving benefit
• Wellness Challenges with incentives
• Access to on-site fitness centers/subsidized/low-cost gym memberships
• Financial Well-being:
• 401k, profit-sharing, and tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off, holidays, bereavement, parental leave, and volunteer hours
• Various incentive programs
• Employee Perks and Support:
• Mentorship program
• Flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Also open to Deerfield and Downers Grove offices
• Relocation: No