Tax Manager – Nonprofit & High‑Net‑Worth (Hybrid, Path to Partner)

6 Degrees Search; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-Winning Culture

Path to Partner

75% Remote Work Model

Summer Fridays Off

37-hour workweeks outside peak season

Work-Life Balance

Modern, Paperless Office

Professional Development Curriculum

Business Casual Dress Code

Firm-wide events

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is recruiting a Tax Manager specializing in nonprofit organizations, private foundations, trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals for a Chicagoland role. The position offers direct Partner interaction, a hybrid work environment, and significant opportunities for growth within a well-regarded CPA firm.

The ideal candidate will bring 7–10+ years of tax experience, strong technical nonprofit taxation knowledge, and excellent client relationship and advisory capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7–10+ years of relevant tax experience.
• Experience with nonprofit, private foundation, fiduciary, and individual taxation.
• Strong client relationship management and advisory capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex federal and state tax returns for nonprofit organizations, private foundations, trusts, estates, and individuals.
• Oversee preparation and review of IRS Forms 990, 990-PF, 1040, and 1041.
• Provide technical guidance on nonprofit taxation and high-net-worth individual tax matters.
• Research complex tax issues, filing requirements, and regulatory developments.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and provide proactive recommendations to clients.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax associates and senior accountants.
• Collaborate with firm Partners on client engagements and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Client relations

Tax advisory

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/EA/MST/JD/LLM/CTFA/AEP

Job description

6 Degrees Search is recruiting a Tax Manager specializing in nonprofit organizations, private foundations, trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals for a Chicagoland role. The position offers direct Partner interaction, a hybrid work environment, and significant opportunities for growth within a well-regarded CPA firm.

The ideal candidate will bring 7–10+ years of tax experience, strong technical nonprofit taxation knowledge, and excellent client relationship and advisory capabilities.