Public Tax Manager

Confidential Employer; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Chicago, IL is seeking a Public Tax Manager to lead tax compliance and planning for partnerships and pass-through entities. You will review complex returns, identify planning opportunities, and serve as the primary client contact.

The role requires a CPA with 5+ years in public accounting, at least 2 in management, and a strong grasp of pass-through taxation. The position offers hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred).
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience with at least 2 years in management.
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entity structures and general corporate taxation.
• Understanding of partnership taxation and related returns for diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex partnership tax engagements.
• Address tax compliance and planning needs for clients across multiple industries, including high-net-worth individuals.
• Serve as the main client point of contact, ensuring timely delivery of work and strong communication.
• Identify tax and business issues and recommend strategic planning opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Skills

Public accounting

Tax compliance

Leadership / management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Public Tax Manager

Who: A CPA-certified tax professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and a minimum of two years in a managerial role.

What: Manages complex tax compliance for partnerships and other pass-through entities, identifies tax planning opportunities, oversees workflows and deliverables, leads staff development, and serves as the primary client contact.

When: Full-time hybrid role available immediately.

Where: Chicago, IL

Why: To support a growing tax practice by providing technical leadership, exceptional client service, and strategic oversight across diverse client industries.

Office Environment: A collaborative, inclusive, high-integrity culture focused on professional growth, innovation, and work–life balance.

Salary: Competitive compensation supported by a comprehensive total rewards and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Tax Manager will support the South Florida market by managing tax compliance and planning across industries such as manufacturing, real estate, professional services, and high-net-worth individuals. This role includes reviewing complex partnership returns, identifying tax issues and planning opportunities, leading tax staff and seniors, and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates thrive in a dynamic environment and deliver exceptional client service while overseeing all aspects of engagement execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex partnership tax engagements.
• Address tax compliance and planning needs for clients across multiple industries, including high-net-worth individuals.
• Serve as the main client point of contact, ensuring timely delivery of work and strong communication.
• Identify tax and business issues and recommend strategic planning opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred).
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience with at least 2 years in management.
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entity structures and general corporate taxation.
• Understanding of partnership taxation, partnership equity investments, S-Corporation tax returns, and individual taxation.
• Strong understanding of client businesses and industries.