Tax Manager

WithumSmith+Brown PC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Competitive benefits

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown PC in Lincolnshire, IL seeks a Tax Manager to lead tax engagements, supervise staff, and nurture client relationships. The role involves reviewing returns, researching complex matters, and guiding teams across engagements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Accounting, CPA/JD/MS in Taxation, and 5+ years in public accounting with leadership experience. Travel may be required. Base salary range is $125,000–$160,000 with bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
• CPA license, JD, or MS in Taxation required.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting tax experience with leadership of multiple engagements and staff supervision.
• Excellent analytical, technical tax, and client-service skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, results-based environment.
• Leadership, training, and mentoring skills with strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Organizational, project-management skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by staff and seniors for accuracy.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee complete tax research projects for diverse clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines.
• Conduct constructive discussions with team members on evaluations and provide counsel.
• Serve as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Client service

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA license

JD

MS in Taxation

Job description

Withum’s Tax Services Group is a team of tax specialists dedicated to ensuring compliance with international, U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations while minimizing liabilities. The Tax Manager based in Lincolnshire, IL will lead all tax engagements, supervise staff, and nurture client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by staff and seniors for accuracy.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee complete tax research projects for diverse clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines.
• Conduct constructive discussions with team members on evaluations and provide counsel.
• Serve as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (required).
• CPA license, JD, or Masters of Science in Taxation (required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a public accounting tax department, with leadership of multiple engagements and staff supervision.
• Excellent analytical, technical tax, and client-service skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, results-based environment.
• Leadership, training, and mentoring skills with strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Organizational, project-management skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Compensation

Base salary range: $125,000 – $160,000. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package and a bonus program based on individual and firm performance.

EEO Statement

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and an accessible recruiting experience for all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us for assistance. We will work with qualified individuals to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to an inclusive workplace.