Senior Tax Manager

LeoForce; West Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Disability Insurance

Term life insurance

401k plan

CPE dues paid

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Sick time

Holidays

Cafeteria plan

Job summary

LeoForce in West Dundee, IL is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead tax engagements for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and more. You will oversee preparation, review, and planning, and serve as the primary client contact.

The ideal candidate has CPA preferred, 7+ years of public accounting tax experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication and mentoring skills. Competitive salary range listed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license preferred.
• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a deadline driven environment.
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising tax staff.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle complex tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of tax engagements for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, estates, and other closely held entities.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns and ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Provide tax planning and consulting services to clients, identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and improve overall tax strategies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, developing strong relationships and providing proactive tax guidance throughout the year.
• Research and resolve complex tax issues and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Oversee tax return preparation and review work performed by Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants, and other tax professionals.
• Assist with tax projections, estimated payments, extensions, and year end planning.
• Manage multiple engagements and ensure projects are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Collaborate with partners and other members of the firm on complex client matters and business planning opportunities.
• Assist with IRS, state, and local tax notices, audits, and other tax authority inquiries as needed.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid level staff, providing technical guidance and feedback.
• Stay current on changes to federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to clients and staff.
• Participate in business development and networking activities and identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships.

Skills

CPA license preferred

7+ years tax experience

Tax return preparation & review

Federal & state tax regulations

Analytical, organizational, client com

Deadline-driven multitasking

Mentoring or supervising staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Senior Tax Manager

West Dundee,IL, US

Experience: Manager
Salary: $150,000 - $225,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of tax engagements for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, estates, and other closely held entities
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns and ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations
• Provide tax planning and consulting services to clients, identifying opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and improve overall tax strategies
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, developing strong relationships and providing proactive tax guidance throughout the year
• Research and resolve complex tax issues and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and internal team members
• Oversee tax return preparation and review work performed by Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants, and other tax professionals
• Assist with tax projections, estimated payments, extensions, and year end planning
• Manage multiple engagements and ensure projects are completed accurately and within established deadlines
• Collaborate with partners and other members of the firm on complex client matters and business planning opportunities
• Assist with IRS, state, and local tax notices, audits, and other tax authority inquiries as needed
• Mentor and develop junior and mid level staff, providing technical guidance and feedback
• Stay current on changes to federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to clients and staff
• Participate in business development and networking activities and identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA license preferred
• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing a variety of individual and business tax returns
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and client communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a deadline driven environment
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising tax staff
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle complex tax matters

A bit about us:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join our growing boutique CPA firm. This is a great opportunity for a well rounded tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients and handling a diverse range of tax engagements. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple engagements from start to finish.

Why join us?

• Medical
• Short term and long term disability
• Term life insurance
• 40 hours of CPE + CPA dues paid for
• Discretionary bonus + yearly reviews for raises
• 401k plan,
• 3 weeks PTO + 40 hours sick time
• 8 holidays + 1 floating holiday,
• Cafeteria plan

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