Tax Manager in Chicago, IL

Position: Tax Manager

Location: Chicago, IL
Work Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation Range: $120,000 – $180,000 per year (based on experience)
Vendor fee-3%

The Tax Manager will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for managing client engagements, reviewing complex tax work, and mentoring junior staff. This role is ideal for a dynamic, career-driven tax professional seeking long-term growth within a fast-paced public accounting environment.

• Lead, train, develop, and mentor tax staff
• Manage client relationships and oversee multiple engagements
• Review and/or prepare federal and state corporate and partnership tax returns
• Review and/or prepare income tax provisions (ASC 740)
• Support tax consulting, research, and planning initiatives
• Handle state & local, domestic, and international tax matters
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of client work

• 5–7 years of experience preparing federal and state income tax returns
• 1–2 years of tax return review experience
• Experience in public accounting required
• CPA license preferred
• Strong technical tax knowledge and client-facing skills

• CCH Axcess
• Pro System fx Engagement

• Works with foreign-owned U.S. subsidiaries
  , primarily from Europe
• Industry exposure includes:
• • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Technology
  • Consumer / Fashion

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA or CPA-track candidates strongly preferred

• Hybrid role – Chicago-based candidates preferred
• Public accounting background is mandatory
• Senior-level tax professionals only (Manager level)
• Do not hold profiles – submit resumes as soon as available