Tax Strategy Lead & Trusted Advisor (On-site)

Australia-Employment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Australia-Employment is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in Chicago, IL to join a boutique CPA and advisory firm dedicated to helping business owners build long-term financial success. The role combines tax technical leadership with strategic client advisory, overseeing complex engagements and mentoring staff.

You will partner with leadership to develop proactive tax strategies, strengthen client relationships, and guide clients through planning, formation, and multi-state tax considerations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license required or actively pursuing.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Experience reviewing complex federal, state, and local tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of business and individual tax clients from planning through final delivery.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, partnerships, S corporations, trusts, estates, and individuals.
• Develop proactive tax planning strategies designed to minimize tax liability and support long-term financial objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by providing year-round tax consulting and business guidance.
• Assist clients with business formation, entity selection, financial planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Research complex tax issues and communicate practical recommendations to clients and internal team members.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax professionals through technical review and coaching.
• Assist clients with IRS correspondence, tax resolution matters, and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with leadership on workflow management, client service initiatives, and practice development.
• Identify opportunities to expand advisory relationships through additional consulting and planning services.
• Ensure engagements are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring staff

Consultative mindset

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Australia-Employment is seeking an experienced Tax Manager in Chicago, IL to join a boutique CPA and advisory firm dedicated to helping business owners build long-term financial success. The role combines tax technical leadership with strategic client advisory, overseeing complex engagements and mentoring staff.

You will partner with leadership to develop proactive tax strategies, strengthen client relationships, and guide clients through planning, formation, and multi-state tax considerations