Senior Tax Accountant

Verital Advisory Search; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is seeking a Tax Senior to lead tax compliance and planning for diverse clients in a public accounting setting. You will prepare and review returns for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals, and collaborate with staff to deliver strategic solutions.

This hybrid Illinois role emphasizes work-life balance, mentoring junior staff, and staying current on tax law developments to drive client success while maintaining tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of tax preparation and compliance in public accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Research tax issues and provide solutions for multi-state and federal compliance.
• Supervise and mentor junior tax staff with feedback.
• Advise clients on tax-saving strategies, planning and estimated payments.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and stay current on regulatory changes.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA progress or CPA

Job description

Join a reputable public accounting firm as a Tax Senior. This role is perfect for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in tax compliance and planning while contributing to meaningful client engagements. You’ll handle diverse tax assignments, provide leadership to junior staff, and deliver strategic tax solutions to clients.

Our client is offering a chance to work in a public accounting setup without the long hours and burnout that are typical in the field. They emphasize work-life balance and a supportive environment

ILIn-Office Requirement: Hybrid (3 days in offic

e) Key Responsibiliti

• es:Prepare and review complex tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individua
• ls.Research and provide solutions for intricate tax issues, including multi-state and federal complian
• ce.Supervise and mentor junior tax staff, offering guidance and constructive feedba
• ck.Advise clients on tax-saving strategies, planning, and estimated paymen
• ts.Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations while delivering high-quality servi
• ce.Stay current on tax code updates, industry trends, and regulatory chang

es.
Qualificati

• ons:Minimum of 2 years of experience in tax preparation and compliance within public account
• ing.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fi
• eld.CPA certification (or progress toward completion) is prefer
• red.Proficiency in preparing and reviewing tax returns across entity types (C-corp, S-corp, partnership, and individu
• al).Strong problem-solving skills and attention to det
• ail.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team memb