SENIOR TAX ASSOCIATE

Oak Brook, IL
$78,000 ‒ $106,000 Annually
We are recruiting for a public accounting firm based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Our firm is a two-time winner of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For, BDO Alliance’s Workplace Culture Award winner in 2023, and one of Accounting Today’s ‘Best Firms to Work For.’ We are a dynamic and reputable public accounting firm committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients. With a focus on integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a leader in the industry.
Our number one asset is our people, and it is our goal to ensure they feel valued. Our strategic initiatives include allowing our people to be their authentic selves and to find inspiration in the services we provide to our clients. We want our people to grow, prosper, and to be HAPPY. In doing so, we believe that we will continue to be afforded the opportunity to share our passion for full-service client solutions within the greater Chicago community for years to come.
We are currently seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our tax team.
This is a hybrid position with a requirement to be at the office 2-3 times a week.

SENIOR TAX ASSOCIATE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three or more years of public accounting experience in preparing individual and business flow-through entity tax returns
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting required; CPA license preferred but not necessary
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to articulate complex information
• Experience with CCH Axcess Tax software and Checkpoint RIA Research a plus
• Must be able to multi-task
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Excel/Word and QuickBooks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are a dedicated professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading public accounting firm, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Join us and be a part of a team that is shaping the future of accounting excellence!
An Equal Opportunity Employer — M/F/D/V
Because our team members are trusted to handle sensitive information, we require all candidates who receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.

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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $78,000.00 - $106,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: In perso

• Preparation of partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, 990s, trusts, and individual income tax returns
• Preparation of payroll and sales tax returns
• Part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to provide industry knowledge and experience
• Provide timely, high-quality client services that meet or exceed client expectations
• Work with the tax team to ensure the various components of the tax process are performed — including preparing, organizing, and maintaining engagement work papers and files, tax planning, and quarterly estimates with direct client interaction
• Research tax and accounting issues, in addition to determining alternative solutions
• Begin to participate in the firm’s practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community, and industry activities