Tax Accountant

We’re hiring a Tax Accountant (3–10 years experience) to prepare and review income tax returns (business, individual, fiduciary, and not-for-profit) for entrepreneurial privately held clients. You’ll work directly with clients, providing comprehensive tax services from planning through return delivery in a collaborative, high-touch environment. At BB, you are more than just a number. You’ll join a tight-knit team that genuinely values you as a person and a professional, invests in your success, and celebrates your growth. You can make a real difference in the lives of both clients and coworkers while continually expanding your knowledge and expertise in the accounting field. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for privately held businesses, S-Corporations, partnerships, C Corporations, and high-net-worth individuals, ensuring compliance with current tax laws and regulations. Conduct tax research and technical analysis on complex issues. Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to entrepreneurial clients, identifying opportunities for tax optimization, credits, and deductions while mitigating risks. Assist in or lead tax provision work, estimated tax calculations, extensions, and responses to tax notices or audits (IRS, state, and local). Collaborate with clients, shareholders, and junior staff to gather information, resolve tax issues, review workpapers, and deliver value-added insights on tax compliance and planning matters. Perform detailed tax analytics, reconcile book-to-tax differences, and identify process improvements or planning strategies that enhance client outcomes. Mentor and review the work of junior tax professionals, contributing to the development of the team while maintaining high standards of accuracy and technical excellence. Stay current on evolving tax legislation (e.g., OBBBA impacts, IL conformity, federal updates) and apply this knowledge to client engagements. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university 3–10 years of public accounting experience Active CPA license Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong critical thinking and attention to detail Self-motivated with a genuine drive to deliver excellence Salary range: $85,000 – $115,000 (based on experience and credentials) Annual discretionary performance bonus Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Payment of CPA license renewal and 40+ hours of CPE annually Hybrid work schedule (4 days in-office target during busy season, more flexible off-season) #J-18808-Ljbffr