Hybrid Tax Senior: Mentorship & CPA Growth

Jobot; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

401(k) with company match

Medical/dental/vision

CPA licensure support

Office location flexibility

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Tax Senior to join our Chicagoland practice in a hybrid work arrangement. The role covers preparation and review of federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corps, C corps, and estates, with a focus on client service and year‑round planning.

You will mentor Tax Staff, collaborate with Managers and Partners, and stay current with evolving tax laws. A CPA pathway and growth opportunities are emphasized in our collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing both individual and business tax returns.
• Strong working knowledge of partnership, S corporation, and corporate taxation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering excellent client service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns across individuals (1040), partnerships (1065), S corps (1120‑S), C corps (1120), and trusts/estates (1041).
• Research complex tax issues and turn them into practical solutions for clients.
• Support clients with year‑round tax planning and consulting, not just seasonal work.
• Review work completed by Tax Staff, providing coaching and mentorship.
• Build and maintain client relationships through proactive communication.
• Juggle multiple client engagements while meeting all deadlines.
• Partner directly with Managers and Partners on planning opportunities and special projects.
• Stay current on shifting federal and state tax laws and regulations.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax research

Client service

Communication

Team mentorship

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Tax Senior to join our Chicagoland practice in a hybrid work arrangement. The role covers preparation and review of federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corps, C corps, and estates, with a focus on client service and year‑round planning.

You will mentor Tax Staff, collaborate with Managers and Partners, and stay current with evolving tax laws. A CPA pathway and growth opportunities are emphasized in our collaborative culture.