Tax Manager

• Lead the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns, including original and amended 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, 706, 709, etc.
  


• Oversee financial reporting and accounting activities, including compilations and financial statement preparation.
  


• Identify and research complex tax issues, and provide innovative, value-driven solutions for clients.
  


• Manage client relationships, ensuring timely communication, exceptional service, and proactive advice.
  


• Collaborate with colleagues in a team-driven environment, providing mentorship and guidance without the constraints of a traditional hierarchy.
  


• Play a key role in identifying tax issues and researching solutions independently.
  


• Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
  

Requirements

• CPA or EA designation required.
  


• Minimum five (5) years of tax return preparation experience, with at least two (2) years reviewing tax returns.
  


• Experience with a variety of tax return types, including individual and corporate filings.
  


• Minimum 3-5 years of experience with compilations and financial statement preparation.
  


• Strong working knowledge of current public accounting standards and tax laws.
  


• Proven ability to manage client interactions independently and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.
  


• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to thrive in an autonomous and collaborative work environment.
  

• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Adobe, and Lacerte (preferred but not required—training available for the right candidate).
  


• Experience with tax research tools.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401K with match, and 40 hours of paid continuing education annually.
  


• Collaborative and supportive culture with low employee turnover and a strong focus on work-life balance.
  


• Potential for partnership, providing long-term career growth opportunities.
  


• Work-life balance with reduced hours outside of tax season (32 hours per week from the end of April through Labor Day).
  


• Primarily onsite role with the potential for up to 20% remote work after six months, provided the candidate resides in Illinois.