Senior Tax Manager

Verital Advisory Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership after year 1

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search is partnering with a leading national public accounting firm to recruit a Corporate Tax Senior Manager for its Chicago practice. This role offers high-level client exposure and a clear path toward Partner, with significant leadership responsibilities and equity participation.

The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years in public accounting tax, strong C-Corp/1120 experience, and a track record of developing teams and managing complex engagements.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong C-Corporation / Form 1120 experience.
• Exposure to larger, more sophisticated corporate clients.
• Leadership and client relationship management abilities.
• Big Four/top national firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex corporate tax compliance and consulting engagements for large corporate clients.
• Oversee C-Corporation / Form 1120 returns and related workpapers.
• Manage ASC 740 income tax provisions.
• Serve as trusted advisor and primary point of contact for key clients.
• Oversee multiple engagements and manage client deliverables.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Managers, Seniors, and junior team members.
• Work closely with Partners on complex tax matters, client strategy, and practice growth.
• Contribute to business development and long-term client relationships.

Skills

C-Corporation

Form 1120

Leadership

Client relations

Public accounting

CPA preferred

Tax provision ASC 740

Education

CPA certification

Job description

I'm currently partnered with a leading national public accounting firm that's looking to add a Corporate Tax Senior Manager to its growing Chicago practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong corporate tax background who wants to work with larger, more sophisticated clients while progressing toward a long-term Partner opportunity.

The firm is investing heavily in its growth over the next several years, creating exciting opportunities for experienced tax professionals looking for greater leadership responsibilities, equity participation, and a more tangible path to Partner.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex corporate tax compliance and consulting engagements for large corporate clients
• Oversee C-Corporation / Form 1120 returns and related workpapers
• Manage and review ASC 740 income tax provisions
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for key clients
• Oversee multiple engagements and manage client deliverables
• Lead, mentor, and develop Managers, Seniors, and junior team members
• Work closely with Partners on complex tax matters, client strategy, and practice growth
• Contribute to business development and long-term client relationships

Ideal Background

• 7–10+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Current Senior Manager or experienced Manager ready for the next step
• Strong C-Corporation / Form 1120 experience
• Exposure to larger, more sophisticated corporate clients
• Previous Top 25, national, or Big Four public accounting experience preferred
• Strong client relationship management and leadership skills
• CPA preferred
• $150K–$210K+ base salary, with flexibility for the right candidate
• Annual performance bonus
• Employee stock ownership benefit after the first year of service
• Hybrid schedule — generally 3 days in office
• Approximately 40–45 hours/week outside of busy season
• Busy season generally targeted around 55–60 hours/week
• Paid year-end firm shutdown
• Strong long-term Partner progression opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional looking to join a growing national platform with sophisticated client exposure, competitive compensation, and a clear opportunity to progress toward Partner.