Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant

LaSalle Network is hiring for a confidential client seeking a Tax Accountant to join a growing public accounting firm in Chicago. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a tax professional who wants more than a siloed role. You'll work directly alongside firm ownership, gain broad tax experience and have a clear path toward future leadership and potential partnership.

What's the job?

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, S-Corp, corporate, trust and estate tax returns
• Work directly with clients to gather information, answer questions and communicate tax-related matters
• Support tax engagements across real estate, nonprofit and other industries
• Collaborate closely with firm partners and senior professionals
• Use accounting and tax software, including QuickBooks and UltraTax
• Take ownership of client relationships and contribute to the firm's continued growth
• Develop your technical and client-facing skills through hands-on mentorship

What's needed?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field
• Public accounting tax experience
• CPA eligible or actively pursuing a CPA license
• Strong accounting fundamentals and knowledge of tax concepts
• Experience with individual, partnership, S-Corp, corporate, trust or estate returns
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a small-office environment
• Coachable, proactive personality with an interest in long-term growth

What's in it for me?

• $80,000-$90,000 salary
• 100% employer-paid health care
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• Direct mentorship from firm ownership
• Broad exposure to multiple tax specialties
• Clear path toward future leadership and potential partnership
• Flexible, relationship-driven environment outside of tax season
• Casual dress code and no corporate atmosphere
• Strong work-life balance, with approximately 50-hour weeks during busy season

If you're ready to build your tax career alongside experienced firm leaders rather than getting lost in a large organization, this Tax Accountant opportunity could be your next move. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity and take the next step toward long-term growth in public accounting.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.