Tax Manager

Cherry Bekaert has been proudly providing Accounting and Advisory services to our clients for over 70 years. We are seeking a Tax Manager to support our Chicago Metro market. The successful candidate will manage the client’s tax compliance needs, anticipate tax and business issues, and recognize tax planning opportunities. Candidates should be accustomed to working as the main point of contact with the client and will be comfortable in managing workflows, deadlines, deliverables, and client communications. This role will also be responsible for training and developing less experienced professional staff. As a Tax Manager, You Will Solve problems for middle-market clients in industries such as manufacturing, real estate and construction, and professional services Manage engagements and provide knowledgeable review of complex individual and partnership returns Build and serve our partnerships and high net-worth individuals with estate, gift and trust tax planning and compliance needs Leverage your project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication abilities Lead tax staff and seniors in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Demonstrate superior client service skills What You Bring To The Role Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Masters preferred Must be CPA certified and have an active CPA license Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public accounting with a minimum of 2 years’ of managerial experience Strong background and understanding of C- and S-Corporations, LLCs, and Partnerships Demonstrated background in working with pass-through entity taxation, particularly with partnerships Strong understanding of clients’ businesses and industries Preferred partnership experience includes entity structuring, operating agreement review and consultation, compliance, allocations, partner transactions and related matters Experience with complex individual tax compliance and planning; estate tax compliance and planning are a plus What You Can Expect From Us Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging include uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures Benefits Information Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. annual bonus medical, dental, and vision care disability and life insurance generous Paid Time Off retirement plans Paid Care Leave other programs dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection Pay Range $100,060 - $162,100 About Cherry Bekaert Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide worksponsorship for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr