Public Tax Senior Manager, CPA

Confidential Employer; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Chicago, IL seeks a Public Tax Senior Manager (CPA/EA) to oversee tax compliance, planning, and consulting for diverse clients. You will lead teams, review complex returns, and advise on strategic tax matters.

The role emphasizes mentoring tax professionals, expanding client relationships, and guiding engagements across healthcare, financial services, real estate, manufacturing, and professional services in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry.
• CPA, EA, or other recognized certification required.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and client-focused approach.
• Industry experience in healthcare, finance, real estate, professional services, or manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements with excellence in project management and relationship building.
• Advise clients on tax planning, advisory, accounting, and compliance matters.
• Mentor and develop tax consultants and subject matter experts.
• Cultivate existing client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Tax leadership

Client management

Strategic thinking

Team mentoring

Education

CPA certification

EA certification

Job description

Public Tax Senior Manager, CPA

An experienced tax professional with at least 7 years in public accounting, consulting, or industry tax leadership, holding a CPA, EA, or similar certification.

What

Oversee tax compliance, planning, and consulting for diverse clients while leading teams, reviewing complex returns, and advising on strategic tax matters.

When

Full-time leadership role available immediately.

Where

Chicago, IL

Why

To serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering high-quality tax solutions and contributing to business growth.

Office Environment

Professional, collaborative, and client-focused team setting.

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The Tax Senior Manager will manage client relationships, mentor tax teams, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. This role involves advising on complex tax issues, leading diverse projects, and contributing to the firm’s growth in key industries including healthcare, financial institutions, real estate, professional services, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements with excellence in project management and relationship building.
• Advise clients on tax planning, advisory, accounting, and compliance matters.
• Mentor and develop tax consultants and subject matter experts.
• Cultivate existing client relationships and identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting, consulting, or industry.
• CPA, EA, or other recognized certification required.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and client-focused approach.
• Industry experience in healthcare, finance, real estate, professional services, or manufacturing is a plus.