Tax Manager: Lead Client-Focused Tax Strategy

The Dolins Group

Northbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay
Performance Bonuses
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Health Benefits
Life Insurance
401K and Profit Sharing
Technology Reimbursement
Charity Matching Fund
Continuing Professional Education
Fun Employee Events
Reasonable Tax Season Schedules

Job summary

The Dolins Group in Northbrook, IL, seeks a Tax Manager to lead tax return preparation, planning, and client engagements. You will act as the primary client contact, coordinate with teams, and drive tax strategy while ensuring compliance across engagements.

The role requires substantial public accounting experience, CPA or EA designation, and leadership ability to mentor staff and manage deadlines. Competitive benefits and a collaborative environment await.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in public accounting with tax return complexity and research.
  • 2+ years supervising tax associates.
  • CPA or EA active.
  • Proficient with tax planning and client consultations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as day-to-day contact for clients and team.
  • Lead tax return preparation and review with accuracy.
  • Supervise staff, provide feedback, and manage workload.

Skills

Tax planning
Client communication
Team leadership
Public accounting
Budgeting/ profitability
Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Tax

Tools

UltraTax

Job description

The Dolins Group in Northbrook, IL, seeks a Tax Manager to lead tax return preparation, planning, and client engagements. You will act as the primary client contact, coordinate with teams, and drive tax strategy while ensuring compliance across engagements.

The role requires substantial public accounting experience, CPA or EA designation, and leadership ability to mentor staff and manage deadlines. Competitive benefits and a collaborative environment await.

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