Tax Manager: Nonprofit & Private Foundations, Hybrid

Professional Recruiting Consultants, Inc.; 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

Work-Life Balance

Modern, Paperless Office

Professional Development Curriculum

Business Casual Dress Code

Firm-wide events

Job summary

Our client, a respected CPA and advisory firm in the greater Chicagoland area, seeks a Tax Manager specializing in nonprofit organizations, private foundations, trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals. You will manage tax compliance and advisory work, serving as a trusted advisor to clients and collaborating with firm Partners.

The role offers direct Partner interaction, a hybrid work environment, and strong opportunities for growth within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of relevant tax experience, including processing complex returns.
• Experience with Forms 990, 990-PF, 1040, and 1041.
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit, private foundation, fiduciary, and individual taxation.
• Credential: CPA, EA, MST, JD, LLM, CTFA, or AEP.
• Client relationship management and advisory capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex federal and state tax returns for nonprofit orgs, foundations, trusts, estates, and individuals.
• Oversee preparation and review of IRS Forms 990, 990-PF, 1040, and 1041.
• Provide guidance on nonprofit taxation, private foundation regulations, fiduciary taxation, and high-net-worth matters.
• Research complex tax issues, filing requirements, and regulatory developments.
• Lead client engagements with firm Partners and contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Participate in client presentations and business development activities.
• Mentor tax associates and staff; improve department processes and quality control.

Skills

Nonprofit tax

Client relationships

Tax advisory

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

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

Job description

Our client, a respected CPA and advisory firm in the greater Chicagoland area, seeks a Tax Manager specializing in nonprofit organizations, private foundations, trusts, estates, and high-net-worth individuals. You will manage tax compliance and advisory work, serving as a trusted advisor to clients and collaborating with firm Partners.

The role offers direct Partner interaction, a hybrid work environment, and strong opportunities for growth within a collaborative firm.