Tax Associate

Tax Associate | Chicago, ILA private, Chicago-area family office is growing its internal tax function and looking to add a Tax Associate. This is a strong opportunity for someone early in their tax career to get hands-on exposure to sophisticated private wealth and investment tax work in a collaborative, long-term environment.What You'll DoYou'll support tax compliance, reporting, and planning for individuals, trusts, partnerships, and related investment entities — gathering and reconciling K-1s, investment statements, and supporting schedules; helping prepare estimated payments, extension filings, and annual compliance calendars; and coordinating closely with external CPA firms and advisers to keep deliverables on track. You'll also research tax questions alongside experienced colleagues, maintain accurate workpapers and entity records, help respond to notices and other compliance matters, and support ad hoc projects with the broader finance team.What We're Looking For0-3 years of relevant tax or accounting experience — recent graduates and candidates with internship experience are encouraged to applyBachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (or expected completion)Public accounting internship or early-career experience is a plus, not requiredInterest in individual, partnership, trust, and high-net-worth tax compliance; prior exposure is helpful but not requiredFamiliarity with K-1s, pass-through entities, or investment-related tax reporting is a plusCPA eligibility or interest in pursuing the CPA designation preferred, not requiredStrong Excel, organizational, analytical, and communication skillsAbility to handle confidential information carefully and meet deadlinesOn-site one day a week.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and holidays; and opportunities for professional growth and development.