2028 Tax Solutions Group Entry Level Staff

Plante Moran; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Time Off

Various holidays

401(k) plan

Flexible benefits plans

Business-related travel expense

Lodging

Meal reimbursement

Pension plan

Discretionary bonus plan

Job summary

Plante Moran in Chicago, IL is seeking professionals to help clients secure financial health through tax consulting. You’ll work directly with clients on projects like cost segregation, fixed asset recovery, capitalization vs expense analyses, R&D tax credits, and domestic producer activities deduction, identifying issues and offering business solutions beyond spreadsheets.

This exempt role involves staying current with IRS rules, building client relationships, and participating in networking

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented leader with problem solving, communication, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting; or Master’s degree in accounting or tax.
• Academic success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0).
• Completion of the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of successfully obtaining your CPA license.

Responsibilities

• Help instill confidence in organizations by assuring their financial health.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to networking and business development.
• Stay current on IRS regulations and tax incentives affecting clients.
• Identify and resolve client issues as they emerge.
• Assist clients to document credits and deductions per IRS rules.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in accounting or tax

Job description

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Count on us. Our 'we-care' culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us. Whether you intend to specialize or would rather gain exposure across many service lines, the sky’s the limit. From day one, we invite you to make a difference—to be remarkable.

Your role.

You’ll help instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health. We’ll give you the flexibility to craft business solutions, not just spreadsheets. Your work will include, but not be limited to: Focusing on projects related to cost segregation, fixed asset recovery periods, capitalization versus expense analysis, R&D tax credits, and domestic producer activities deduction. Working directly with clients, identify and resolve issues as they emerge. Maintaining a current understanding of relevant code, regulation and administrative pronouncements on a wide range of tax incentives that impact our clients. Developing relationships with clients and staff, including involvement in networking and business development activities. Assisting clients to ensure proper documentation of credits and deductions in accordance with IRS regulations. Deepen knowledge in tax and tax consulting through exposure to both service lines.

The qualifications.

Detail-oriented leader with problem solving, communication, and analytical skills. Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting; or Master’s degree in accounting or tax. Academic success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0). Completion of the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of successfully obtaining your CPA license. This is an exempt position that may require some local, national, and occasional international travel.

What makes us different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For", and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities.

So,what are you waiting for?

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace.We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace. Interestedapplicantsmust submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran. The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive. We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week.

• health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Time Off
• various pre-determined holidays
• a 401(k) plan
• flexible benefits plans
• business-related travel expense
• lodging
• meal reimbursement for business-related use
• a pension plan
• a discretionary bonus plan

In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $74,000.00 - $83,000.00.

Our founders often referred to our firm as "a people firm disguised as an accounting firm." Why? Because people are at the core of everything we do, and our firm was built on values and principles that support this philosophy to this day.