Tax Senior: Lead Complex Returns & Client Strategy

WithumSmith+Brown; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Competitive benefits

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown is seeking a Tax Senior to lead tax engagements from our Lincolnshire, IL or New Jersey offices. You will supervise staff, develop client relationships and deliver complex returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships and corporations.

The role emphasizes mentoring, technical tax expertise, and strong communication to support growth and client service excellence across the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
• Licensed CPA or pursuing CPA certification.
• 3–5 years of tax experience in public accounting.
• Strong analytical and technical tax skills.
• Excellent client service and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of tax engagements for individuals, trusts, partnerships and corporations.
• Supervise and mentor staff; maintain client relationships.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and resolve tax controversies.
• Manage multiple engagements with teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Licensed CPA or CPA in progress

MS in Taxation (preferred)

Job description

WithumSmith+Brown is seeking a Tax Senior to lead tax engagements from our Lincolnshire, IL or New Jersey offices. You will supervise staff, develop client relationships and deliver complex returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships and corporations.

The role emphasizes mentoring, technical tax expertise, and strong communication to support growth and client service excellence across the firm.