Tax Staff Accountant — Mentorship & Growth

Leoforce; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA contribution

Retirement plan with 3% employer match

10 paid holidays

Two performance reviews annually

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant for its Park Ridge, Illinois office. The role focuses on preparing various tax returns and gaining broad tax exposure within a collaborative, in‑office environment.

Ideal candidates have mid‑level experience and a desire to grow within public accounting, with mentorship from experienced managers and partners. Overtime is paid at 1.5x during busy season and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Public accounting or professional tax preparation experience preferred
• Experience preparing tax returns
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow within public accounting
• CPA or EA designation is not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, partnership, S‑corporation, and trust tax returns
• Assist with tax planning and compliance engagements
• Organize and analyze client financial information
• Communicate with senior staff regarding client questions and tax matters
• Assist with bookkeeping and Sales & Use Tax filings for select tax clients
• Continue developing technical tax knowledge through hands‑on training and mentorship

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Leoforce is seeking a Tax Staff Accountant for its Park Ridge, Illinois office. The role focuses on preparing various tax returns and gaining broad tax exposure within a collaborative, in‑office environment.

Ideal candidates have mid‑level experience and a desire to grow within public accounting, with mentorship from experienced managers and partners. Overtime is paid at 1.5x during busy season and benefits are provided.