Tax Strategy & Compliance Specialist

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a tax professional in Illinois to prepare individual, business, and trust tax returns and to research complex tax issues. You will assist clients with federal and state tax matters and support tax planning strategies.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration, with opportunities to handle special projects and contribute to client service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Enrolled Agent or CPA license preferred.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns preferred.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Demonstrated integrity and discretion in handling confidential client information.
• Dedicated to team collaboration and exceptional service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Preparing individual, business, and trust tax returns.
• Research and resolve complex tax issues.
• Assist clients with federal and state tax matters.
• Implementation of tax planning and strategies.
• Complete special projects assigned by management.

Skills

Tax return preparation

Research tax issues

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Client service

Discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Enrolled Agent or CPA license preferred

Job description

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking a tax professional in Illinois to prepare individual, business, and trust tax returns and to research complex tax issues. You will assist clients with federal and state tax matters and support tax planning strategies.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration, with opportunities to handle special projects and contribute to client service excellence.