Tax Senior

White Tiger Connections; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO/HMO)

HSA compatibility

Discretionary tax season bonus

Job summary

White Tiger Connections, a boutique public accounting firm in Buffalo Grove, seeks an experienced Tax Senior to strengthen client service and teamwork.

Prepare and review complex federal and state returns (1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065), support tax engagements from planning through delivery, and begin managing client relationships. CPA or EA licensure preferred; independence and strong communication are essential in a high‑touch environment using CCH Axcess, CCH Engagement, and Lacerte.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of dedicated tax experience in public accounting.
• Hands-on with 1040, 1120, 1120S, and 1065 work in boutique or SMB firms.
• Currently preparing complex returns and beginning to take on review responsibilities.
• Starting to manage client accounts and relationships directly.
• CPA or EA licensure preferred.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Strong communication skills and client-facing confidence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and begin reviewing complex federal and state returns for individuals and closely held businesses (1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065).
• Support engagements from planning through completion with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with proactive tax planning and advisory services including projections.
• Own client relationships as direct contact under manager oversight.
• Contribute to quality control by reviewing staff work.
• Work in CCH Axcess, CCH Engagement; familiarity with Drake is a plus.

Skills

Tax preparation

Client communication

Review & supervision

Public accounting

Education

CPA or EA licensure

Tools

CCH Axcess

CCH Engagement

Lacerte

Drake

Job description

Buffalo Grove, United States | Posted on 08/12/2026

At White Tiger Connections, we believe that growth isn’t just about numbers; instead, it’s about vision, strategy, and connections that truly count. Our focus on the accounting industry isn’t incidental—it’s entirely intentional. As a result, we’re a team dedicated to helping firms achieve meaningful growth, whether through mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, or carefully placed talent. Ultimately, our approach isn’t about checking boxes; it’s about understanding the unique dynamics of each firm we work with and crafting solutions that propel them forward.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to make powerful connections that propel accounting firms toward lasting success. We connect buyers, sellers, and partners with strategies that aren’t just transactional but transformative. Whether you’re growing through acquisition, looking to expand your capabilities, or planning for succession, we provide tailored solutions that create real value for your firm and your clients.

White Tiger Connections focuses on three core areas: Mergers & Acquisitions, Consulting, and Recruiting. We work alongside you at every step, from identifying strategic opportunities to securing the right talent and guiding growth decisions. Our approach combines industry insight with hands‑on support, ensuring that each decision aligns with your firm’s goals and sets you up for sustainable success.

Job Description

About the Firm

Our client is a well‑established, boutique public accounting firm providing high‑touch tax and advisory services to closely held businesses and individuals. Known for its technical depth, client‑first mindset, and collaborative culture, the firm delivers thoughtful, practical tax solutions across a wide range of entity structures. As the firm continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced Tax Senior to contribute to both client service and team collaboration.

About the Role

This is an opportunity for a recently promoted or emerging Tax Senior who is still actively preparing returns but has begun taking on review responsibilities and managing client relationships directly. You'll work alongside experienced leadership in a collaborative, high‑touch environment where your technical growth and client‑facing development are supported.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and begin reviewing complex federal and state tax returns for individuals and closely held businesses, including Forms 1040, 1120, 1120S, and 1065.

Support tax engagements from planning through completion, maintaining high standards for accuracy, timeliness, and client communication.

Assist with proactive tax planning and advisory services, including tax projections and scenario‑based planning to support client decision‑making.

Begin taking ownership of client relationships, serving as a direct point of contact under manager oversight.

Contribute to quality control by reviewing work prepared by staff‑level accountants.

Work primarily in CCH Axcess (tax) and CCH Engagement (accounting), with Lacerte used in the background. Familiarity with other platforms such as Drake is a plus.

Requirements

3–6 years of dedicated tax experience in public accounting.

Strong experience in a boutique or small‑to‑mid‑sized firm environment with hands‑on exposure to 1040, 1120, 1120S, and 1065 work.

Currently preparing complex returns and beginning to take on review responsibilities.

Starting to manage client accounts and relationships directly.

CPA or EA licensed preferred

Self‑starter mentality with the ability to work independently and take ownership.

Strong communication skills and growing confidence interacting directly with clients.

Competitive base salary with a discretionary tax season bonus

Medical insurance (PPO or HMO) with HSA compatibility