Tax Manager/Supervisor (CPA)

Jobot; Port Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: 1 month + DOE

Profit sharing

401k with 10-15% contribution + cash-b

Medical and benefits

Job summary

Jobot, a Chicago-based accounting and advisory firm, seeks a Tax Manager/Supervisor (CPA) to lead tax planning, compliance, and client advisory across corporate, partnerships, and individuals.

The role focuses on high-end engagements, with attention to deadlines, audits, and strategic tax guidance for complex clients in a growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required with 5+ years in public accounting or tax advisory.
• Deep knowledge of corporate tax, state/local tax, partnerships, and tax provisions.
• Ability to manage deadlines and deliver accurate tax returns and planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review federal and state tax return preparation for corporate, partnership, and individual clients.
• Supervise quarterly estimated tax payments and tax projections.
• Coordinate tax audits and provide planning strategies while maintaining budgetary targets.
• Consult with clients to improve business processes and tax efficiency.
• Identify tax risks and mitigate them through prudent recommendations.
• Coordinate with accounting staff and assess performance.
• Manage tax provision and compliance processes and improve practices.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Client service

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Detail orientation

Project management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree in Taxation (plus)

Tools

ProSystem fx Tax

MS Office / Excel

Job description

Chicago-based accounting and financial advisory firm that specializes in accounting, assurance, tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, and business consulting.

Salary: $150,000 - $300,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a high-end, mid-size CPA firm with 16 CPAs operating across audit, tax, M&A advisory, and forensic accounting. This is not your typical accounting firm - they work exclusively on the higher end of accounting with zero bookkeeping or payroll tax work. Their audit department being their bread and butter- specializing in PCAOB-compliant audits for public companies. Notable clientele, with frequent international engagements.

They also guide clients through the public offering process and handle M&A due diligence and deal negotiations, primarily on the buyer side.

Why join us

Comp: Generous, salary negotiable for the right person

Benefits

• PTO: A month + DOE
• Profit sharing
• 401k with 10-15% of salary contribution + cash balance plan (additional 10%)
• Medical and benefits covered for the individual across 2 plan options

Job Details

Job Details: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Tax Manager/Supervisor (CPA) to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to manage and supervise a wide range of tax-related activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing tax planning, preparing tax returns, and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local tax laws. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in both public accounting and private companies, with a deep understanding of corporate tax, state and local tax, corporations, S corporations, partnerships, tax exempt, and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the preparation and review of corporate, partnership, individual, and trust federal and state income tax returns.
• Supervise and review the preparation of quarterly estimated tax payments and tax projections.
• Manage and coordinate tax audits.
• Provide innovative tax planning strategies and compliance expertise to clients; manage to budget.
• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and lead change efforts effectively.
• Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Coordinate accounting staff and assess their performance.
• Manage tax provision and tax compliance process.
• Improve processes by developing or implementing best practices.
• Ensure all tax regulations are followed within the company.
• Assist with tax exempt issues as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a public accountingrole.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is required.
• In-depth knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance and all types of tax returns.
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems.
• Exceptional client service along with the ability to develop excellent client relationships.
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
• Analytical skills with detail orientation.
• Previous experience with corporate taxation, consolidations, and partnerships.
• Prior experience with tax provisions preferred.Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and good knowledge of relevant software (e.g. ProSystem fx Tax).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s degree in Taxation is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with great accuracy, organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and management.
• Strong research and analytical skills.

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