Senior Tax Associate

Verital Advisory Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading Illinois public accounting firm in the Chicago area, is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join the growing Tax team. You will work closely with tax managers and firm leadership to deliver comprehensive tax services and support engagements.

The role offers exposure to a diverse client base and a collaborative culture focused on client service and technical excellence. CPA eligibility is required with 3+ years of public accounting tax experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or advanced degree desired.
• CPA eligibility required, CPA desired.
• 3+ years of tax experience within a public accounting firm.
• Experience with privately held businesses and individual clients preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities during busy season.
• Proficiency with tax software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Work with tax managers and firm leadership to serve clients and support engagements.
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance projects.
• Manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines; communicate with clients to gather information.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and teammates.
• Support and mentor junior team members when needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree desired

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is looking for a Senior Tax Associate to join their growing Tax team at a leading Illinois public accounting firm. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with tax managers and firm leadership, gain exposure to a diverse client base, and continue building your career within a collaborative, relationship-driven culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and review a variety of federal, state, and local tax returns
• Work directly with tax managers and firm leadership to serve clients and support engagements
• Assist with tax planning, research, and compliance projects
• Manage multiple client engagements and ensure deadlines are metCommunicate with clients to gather information and respond to tax-related questions
• Build trusted, long-term relationships with clients and teammates
• Support and mentor junior team members when needed

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or advanced degree desired
• CPA eligibility required, CPA desired
• 3+ years of tax experience within a public accounting firm
• Experience working with a variety of privately held businesses and individual clients preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities during busy season
• Proficiency with tax software and Microsoft Office Suite