Senior Tax Associate: Ownership, Mentorship & Growth

Verital Advisory Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is assisting a public accounting firm in Chicago to hire a Tax Senior. In this role, you will own client engagements, deliver tax returns for individuals, trusts, and businesses, and mentor junior staff.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of public accounting tax experience, CPA eligibility, and strong communication and project-management skills. The position emphasizes work-life balance and professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• CPA or CPA eligible.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing individual, trust, and business tax returns.
• Managing tax engagements from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Communicating directly with clients, team members, and firm leadership.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to associates and interns.
• Identifying tax planning opportunities and developing solutions for clients.
• Staying current on tax regulations and industry developments.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Verital Advisory Search is assisting a public accounting firm in Chicago to hire a Tax Senior. In this role, you will own client engagements, deliver tax returns for individuals, trusts, and businesses, and mentor junior staff.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of public accounting tax experience, CPA eligibility, and strong communication and project-management skills. The position emphasizes work-life balance and professional growth within a collaborative environment.