Tax Manager

Prosperity Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

401k with company contribution

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Job summary

Prosperity Partners, a Chicago-headquartered public accounting firm, seeks an energetic Tax Manager to lead tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust returns. The role emphasizes research, planning opportunities, and collaboration with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions.

Ideal candidates have at least six years' public accounting experience, CPA certification, and strong client and staff leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Six years of public accounting experience or more.
• CPA required or equivalent licensure.
• Strong client management and staff leadership abilities.
• Experience supervising and training staff.
• Experience with CCH Axcess tax software is helpful but not required.
• Analytical and technical skills across multi-state and complex tax areas.
• Capable of tax research and problem solving.
• Strong verbal and written communication; client interface experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust returns (federal/state).
• Research and analyze multifaceted tax issues and provide planning opportunities.
• Work with lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions.
• Draft memos and communicate with clients and taxing authorities.
• Mentor and develop Associates and maintain client relations.

Skills

Client management

Staff leadership

Tax research

Multi-state tax

Flow-through tax

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Prior supervision

Prioritization

Education

Accounting degree (4-year)

CPA certification

Tools

CCH Axcess tax software

Job description

Prosperity Partners (“Prosperity”) is a Chicago-headquartered public accounting firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States, we are seeking an energetic, experienced Tax Manager to support our growing tax practice. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, exceptional leadership qualities and at least six years' public accounting experience.

The candidate will be a tax generalist that manages tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust federal and state income tax returns, researches and analyzes multifaceted tax issues, identifies and implements tax planning and consulting opportunities, and works closely with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions. Excellent communication skills are valued as candidates will frequently draft memos and correspond with clients and taxing authorities. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn from an entire team of talented tax professionals as well as develop younger Associates. Applicants with the requisite skill set will have opportunities for annual advancement.

We accept resumes consistent with the following background and ability:

• Minimum of six years’ experience at a regional, national or multi-national accounting firm;
• An accounting degree from an accredited four-year university;
• CPA certification required;
• A strong ability to manage client and internal expectations, grow client relationships and lead staff;
• Prior experience supervising and training staff – a leader among peers;
• Experience with CCH Axcess tax software is helpful but not required;
• Excellent analytical and technical skills, including exposure to family office, multi-state, and flow-through taxation;
• Capable of performing tax research and finding solutions to complicated issues;
• Success in prior work experience with the ability to self-manage & prioritize assignments and client interface;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Comfortable speaking or presenting in front of clients and peers.

Prosperity Partners is a people-focused public accounting firm with a strong culture, talented professionals, and great clients. We offer competitive salaries, equity compensation and excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k with company contribution, education and more).

Prosperity Partners is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of consideration for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We enthusiastically encourage applications from a wide range of candidates.

Annual Salary Range: $110,000 USD - $170,000 USD