Tax Accountant

LHH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH in Chicago is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its corporate tax team in a role that bridges public accounting expertise with in-house tax strategy. You will gain broad exposure to federal, state, and international matters while collaborating with finance leaders to drive tax planning and compliance.

The position emphasizes work-life balance, opportunities to influence processes, and a clear pathway for long-term growth within a corporate tax function, offering meaningful business impact in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Public accounting tax experience required.
• CPA or CPA-track required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to grow a long-term career within a corporate tax function.

Responsibilities

• Assist with federal and state income tax compliance.
• Support tax provision and reporting activities.
• Participate in tax planning and research projects.
• Partner with accounting and finance teams on tax-related matters.
• Assist with audits and respond to tax authority inquiries.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA or CPA-track

Job description

Are you currently in public accounting and looking for an opportunity to take your tax expertise into industry?

A growing and well-established organization is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its corporate tax team. This role offers the chance to move beyond client service and busy season demands while gaining broader exposure to tax planning, provisions, compliance, and business strategy within a collaborative corporate environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Make the transition from public accounting into industry
• Greater visibility and partnership with finance and business leaders
• Exposure to federal, state, and international tax matters
• Strong work-life balance compared to public accounting environments
• Opportunity to influence processes and contribute to strategic tax initiatives
• Clear path for long-term growth and advancement

What You'll Do

• Assist with federal and state income tax compliance
• Support tax provision and reporting activities
• Participate in tax planning and research projects
• Partner with accounting and finance teams on tax-related matters
• Assist with audits and respond to tax authority inquiries
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Public accounting tax experience required
• CPA or CPA-track required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Desire to grow a long-term career within a corporate tax function

If you're ready to leverage your public accounting foundation in a role that offers greater business impact, career growth, and work-life balance, we'd love to connect.

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