Senior Tax Associate

Jobot; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

CPA exam/license reimbursement

Team-oriented culture

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our Illinois tax practice. You will handle complex federal, state, and local returns for diverse clients, while shaping tax planning and advisory work.

The role blends technical tax work with meaningful client relationships and leadership development toward partnership. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and a clear path for advancement within a collegial, historically strong firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's in Taxation a plus.
• CPA license required or actively pursuing.
• 3–5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
• Support tax planning and consulting engagements, including entity structuring and family partnerships.
• Conduct tax research and provide well-supported recommendations to clients and teams.
• Manage multiple client relationships and engagements, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Review staff work and provide mentorship and guidance.
• Assist with due diligence, forecasts, and business development activities.
• Respond to IRS/state notices and assist with audit support.
• Stay current on tax law changes and communicate updates to clients and team.
• Contribute to long-term client relationships and business development.

Skills

Tax expertise

Client relations

Mentoring junior staff

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's in Taxation (a plus)

Job description

Salary: $80,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well-established, multi-office accounting and consulting firm with over a century of history serving entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and sophisticated businesses throughout Illinois and beyond. Our team of professionals is known for combining deep technical expertise with genuinely personal service, building long-term relationships rather than transactional ones. We take pride in our tradition of excellence while staying forward-thinking in how we serve clients across a broad range of industries.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Tax Associate to join our tax practice. This is a great fit for someone who wants meaningful client relationships, exposure to complex and varied engagements (from closely-held businesses to high-net-worth individuals), and a clear path toward greater leadership and eventual partnership-track opportunities.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing education support and CPA exam/license reimbursement
• A collegial, team-oriented culture with a genuine long-term view on staff development
• Real opportunity for advancement within a firm that values continuity and internal growth

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts
• Support tax planning and consulting engagements, including entity structuring, succession planning, family partnerships, and asset protection strategies
• Conduct technical tax research and provide well-supported recommendations to clients and engagement teams
• Manage multiple client relationships and engagements simultaneously, often serving as a trusted advisor rather than just a preparer
• Review work of staff associates and interns, providing mentorship and technical guidance
• Assist with due diligence, forecasts/projections, and other advisory work tied to business development and M&A
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices and assist with audit support as needed
• Stay current on tax law changes and proactively communicate relevant updates to clients and the team
• Contribute to business development efforts and help strengthen long-term client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Master's in Taxation a plus
• CPA license required or actively pursuing certification
• 3-5+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally in public accounting with exposure to closely-held businesses and/or high-net-worth individuals
• Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state tax regulations
• Comfortable working directly with clients and building trust-based relationships
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple engagements
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior staff

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