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Senior Tax Associate

Senior Tax Associate

Locked In TalentOak Park, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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
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