Senior Tax Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Hybrid work flexibility

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Jobot, a leading accounting and consulting firm in Chicagoland, is seeking a Tax Senior to join our hybrid team. You will prepare and review federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corps, C corps, and estates while delivering proactive tax planning and trusted client advisory.

Collaborating with Managers and Partners, you will mentor staff, manage multiple engagements, and stay current with evolving tax laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing both individual and business tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of partnership, S corporation, and corporate taxation.

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 provide actionable solutions for clients.
• Support clients with year-round tax planning and consulting.
• Review work by Tax Staff and provide mentorship.

Skills

Public accounting tax

Client communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Job details:

Tax Senior - Multiple Offices - Hybrid

Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a full service public accounting and consulting firm serving privately held businesses, individuals, nonprofits, and governmental organizations across Chicagoland. Our clients come from a wide range of industries, and we've built our reputation on getting to know their businesses well enough to help them reach the next level, not just file their returns. Internally, that same philosophy applies to our people. We put real weight behind mentorship, career development, and giving employees a clear path forward, all within a culture that stays collaborative even as we've grown into one of the larger firms in the region.

Why join us

• Choice of Office Location: Work from whichever of our four Chicagoland offices fits your life best
• Competitive Compensation: DOE, plus a comprehensive benefits package (salary range to be confirmed with client)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Collaborative Culture: Direct access to firm leadership and a team environment built on mentorship, not silos
• Diverse Client Base: Exposure to a broad mix of industries and tax engagements, not just one narrow niche
• Clear Growth Path: Ongoing training and structured support toward CPA licensure and advancement
• Hybrid Flexibility: A schedule designed to support real work life balance

Job Details

• 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, actionable 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 along the way
• Build and maintain client relationships through consistent, proactive communication
• Juggle multiple client engagements at once while keeping every deadline on track
• Partner directly with Managers and Partners on planning opportunities and special projects
• Stay current on shifting federal and state tax laws and regulations

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 still delivering excellent client service

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