Public Tax Senior

Confidential Employer; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Chicago, IL seeks a Public Tax Senior to review federal and multi-state returns, mentor staff, and collaborate with managers and clients. This role supports a growing Richmond tax practice while offering long-term advancement.

You will leverage strong review experience, CPA licensure progression, and proficiency with tax software to deliver accurate results in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA certification or active progress toward licensure preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience with strong review experience.

Responsibilities

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform general accounting duties on engagements.
• Train and mentor Staff Accountants.
• Communicate professionally with managers, partners, and clients.

Skills

Review experience

Mentoring staff

Client service

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree

Tools

ProSystem fx

CCH

RIA

Engagement

Job description

Public Tax Senior

Who: A detail-oriented tax professional with strong review experience and a passion for exceptional client service.

What: Review multi-state and federal tax returns, support engagements, mentor staff, and collaborate with managers and clients.

When: Hiring immediately to support the growing Richmond tax practice.

Where: Chicago, IL

Why: To contribute to an expanding practice while advancing your career in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Office Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative, integrity-driven, and focused on continuous professional development.

Salary: Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits and performance-based rewards.

Position Overview: The Tax Senior will serve a diverse client base across multiple industries, support the growth of the Richmond tax practice, and benefit from long-term advancement opportunities within a talented firm culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review federal and multi-state tax returns.
• Research fundamental tax issues using online tools.
• Perform general accounting duties as needed on engagements.
• Train and mentor Staff Accountants.
• Communicate professionally with managers, partners, and clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s preferred.
• CPA certification or active progress toward licensure.
• 3+ years of public accounting experience.
• Strong review experience.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet tools; experience with ProSystem fx, CCH, RIA, or Engagement is a plus.
• Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills with a sense of urgency.