Senior Tax Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Founded nearly 100 years ago and based in Oak Brook, Illinois, with clients throughout Chicagoland, we are a full-service public accounting, audit, tax, and advisory firm recognized as one of Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For. As a multi-award-winning workplace, we prioritize our people’s growth, flexibility, and happiness, which allows us to consistently deliver exceptional client service with the resources of a large firm and the personal care of a boutique practice.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $106,000 base salary (DOE) + incentive opportunities

• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance

• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, including full holiday break at year-end

• Summer Fridays in July

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2–3 days onsite, flexible remote days

• Professional Development: CPA reimbursement & industry-leading training opportunities

• Collaborative Culture: Join a Best & Brightest Company that values work-life balance and employee satisfaction

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, trusts, nonprofits (990s), and individuals
• Prepare payroll and sales tax returns
• Participate as part of a multi-disciplinary tax team providing industry-specific knowledge
• Deliver timely, high-quality client services and maintain strong client relationships
• Assist in tax planning, quarterly estimates, and maintaining engagement files and work papers
• Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide alternative solutions
• Support practice development through networking, community involvement, and industry activities

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

• Minimum 3 years of public accounting tax experience, including flow-through entity and individual returns

• CPA license preferred (or CPA candidate encouraged)

• Strong background in tax compliance, planning, and research

• Experience with CCH Axcess and RIA Checkpoint preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues to clients

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment