Public Accounting Tax Senior

Public Accounting Tax Senior

Full-Time

Accounting and Finance

Joliet, IL

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Public Accounting Firm Tax Senior

Our client, a full-service CPA firm that delivers accounting, tax and audit solutions to meet the advisory and compliance regulatory needs of their clients, is seeking a qualified Senior Tax Professional. This firm brings the expertise of a large firm with the personal attention and individualized approach one can only receive from a local, mid-sized firm. It has been serving the Chicago South Suburban area and surrounding communities for over 50 years and is currently one the largest locally owned accounting firms in the Chicago Southwest burbs.

Position Responsibilities:

In this full-time hybrid, flexible hours position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our clients’ financial health and compliance. You will be responsible for a range of accounting tasks, including, but not limited to:

  • Preparing and managing tax returns.
  • Reviewing tax returns.
  • Identifying potential tax concerns and ensuring compliance.
  • Corresponding with authorities regarding tax notices.
  • Mentoring junior employees within the team.

Key Qualifications and Attributes:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
  • Public accounting experience required.
  • CPA certification preferred.
  • Minimum of three years of professional tax experience
  • Proficiency in ProSystems fx Tax.
  • Strong background in partnership, S Corporations, and individual tax
  • The ideal candidate will have a background in tax compliance, research, and planning.
  • Excellent diligence and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Compensation:

  • DOE with bonus potential