Tax Senior Manager

Sorren; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid parental leave

CPA exam support

Firm-sponsored events

Job summary

Sorren in Chicago is seeking a seasoned tax leader to oversee the strategy and execution of the tax function for high-net-worth clients. Your role will include managing complex tax engagements, leading a high-impact team, and ensuring compliance with evolving tax legislation.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of tax preparation experience, expertise in U.S. tax law, and strong leadership skills to foster a culture of accountability.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $210,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in tax preparation.
• Expert command of U.S. tax law across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
• Proven track record in leading sophisticated tax planning engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic vision and execution of the tax function across complex client portfolios.
• Oversee and ensure the quality of the most complex tax engagements.
• Develop and lead comprehensive engagement strategies.

Skills

Tax preparation

U.S. tax law expertise

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Project leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

CPA license or eligible

Tools

Tax compliance technology

Job description

About Sorren

Our Firm Sorren is a top – 50 national advisory firm that blends deep expertise with a human‑first approach. We don’t just work with numbers—we work with people, building lasting relationships and delivering strategic solutions in accounting, assurance, tax, advisory, and private client services. At Sorren, we believe that success is a shared journey and fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

Your Journey

Our team members support the firm by delivering timely, accurate work and maintaining clear communication. They take ownership of their development, seek feedback, and build strong relationships. By managing responsibilities effectively and aligning their efforts with firm values, they establish a foundation for long‑term success and growth.

Position Summary – Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic vision and execution of the tax function across complex client portfolios—including high‑net‑worth individuals, family offices, multi‑entity groups, and cross‑border businesses.
• Oversee and ensure the quality of the most complex tax engagements, from planning through compliance, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with client objectives.
• Serve as a primary advisor on advanced tax strategies such as M&A structuring, succession planning, entity optimization, and long‑term tax minimization.
• Develop and lead comprehensive engagement strategies, working with internal specialists (estate, SALT, international) and external advisors (attorneys, bankers) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Stay ahead of evolving tax legislation and industry developments, distilling complex topics into actionable insights for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Act as the technical authority on key issues affecting the firm’s clients, translating regulatory change into firm‑wide guidance, tools, and training.
• Oversee compliance and reporting practices to ensure full adherence with federal, state, and local regulations while continuously seeking ways to maximize after‑tax profits.
• Promote continuous improvement by refining tax processes, strengthening internal controls, and advancing documentation and workflow tools for scalability.
• Manage and develop a high‑impact team, including senior managers and managers, through coaching, feedback, performance planning, and succession development.
• Cultivate deep and enduring client relationships, positioning the firm as a strategic partner in business and financial decision‑making.
• Collaborate across service lines (assurance, advisory, client accounting) to offer clients holistic value and drive cross‑functional opportunities.
• Support business development, including client pitch meetings, proposal review, pricing strategy, and expansion of services within key accounts.
• Represent Sorren in the marketplace, attending industry events and networking opportunities to enhance the firm’s visibility and thought leadership.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning, including leading firm trainings, promoting professional certifications (e.g., CPA, EA, MST), and modeling excellence in all areas of client service and leadership.
• Direct resource planning and allocation for the tax team, ensuring optimal productivity, utilization, and engagement profitability.
• Perform other duties and display flexibility to take on a variety of responsibilities assigned by firm leadership.
• Meet annual billable hour and other targets to fulfill individual performance and overall firm productivity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in tax preparation.
• CPA license or eligible.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Expert‑level command of U.S. tax law across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, with the ability to interpret nuanced legislation and guide the firm and clients through complex regulatory environments.
• Proven track record in leading sophisticated tax planning engagements for high‑net‑worth individuals, multi‑entity structures, and cross‑border operations, including M&A structuring, estate planning, and business succession.
• Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, capable of integrating tax strategy into broader business planning and advising clients at the ownership and executive level.
• Mastery of tax compliance and research technology, with a demonstrated ability to assess, implement, and optimize systems that improve accuracy, efficiency, and client insights.
• Proven leadership in managing and scaling teams, including mentoring senior managers and future leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and technical excellence.
• Exceptional executive communication skills, including the ability to influence C‑suite clients, simplify highly technical content, and lead critical conversations both internally and externally.
• Business development acumen, with experience in expanding existing relationships, winning new engagements, and participating in pricing and proposal strategies aligned with firm goals.
• Advanced project leadership skills, with the capacity to oversee multiple large‑scale engagements simultaneously, allocate resources effectively, and drive profitability.
• Forward‑thinking and innovative, consistently contributing to internal knowledge leadership, policy development, and process improvements across the tax function.
• Respected internal advisor, often consulted by peers and firm leadership on regulatory shifts, high‑impact tax risks, and opportunities for service expansion.
• Commitment to continual learning and professional development, maintaining expert‑level knowledge and setting the tone for excellence through teaching, mentoring, and example.
• Full‑time commitment and flexibility to work beyond regular hours to meet team deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $170,000 to $210,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Discretionary incentive compensation is based on firm, group, and individual performance. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays, including a firm‑wide winter break (December24–January1).
• Paid parental leave (available after one year of service).
• Mentorship and career development programs.
• CPA exam support to help you succeed on the path to licensure.
• Firm‑sponsored events and spontaneous team activities.
• Celebrations to mark milestones like the end of busy season and the holidays.

*Benefits are available to full‑time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Sorren, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Job Status

This position is currently open and accepting applications.