Senior Tax Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Office flexibility

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Mentorship & career development

Hybrid work model

Diverse client base

CPA licensure support

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Tax Senior for multiple offices in the Chicagoland area. The role is hybrid and involves preparing and reviewing federal and state returns for individuals, partnerships, S corp, C corp, and trusts, plus year-round tax planning.

You will mentor Tax Staff, maintain client relationships, and collaborate with managers and partners on planning opportunities, while staying current on tax laws. Bachelor's in Accounting and 3+ years' public accounting tax required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of public accounting tax experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing individual and business tax returns.
• Strong 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, 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.

Skills

Public tax experience

Tax return prep

Partnership tax

S Corp tax

Corporate tax

Tax research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Job details

Tax Senior - Multiple Offices - Hybrid

Host: Kevin Shilney

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

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.