Tax Preparer

Individual & Dual-Status Tax Focus + Some Corporate Tax + Payroll Experience a Plus

We are a smaller independent and fast-growing Chicago-based CPA firm providing Accounting, Tax, and Advisory services to U.S. subsidiaries of German multinational companies across a variety of industries, as well as specialized services for expatriate individuals. To support our expanding international client base, we are seeking an experienced Tax Preparer to join our International Team at our downtown Chicago office.

The primary focus of this role is on individual income tax return preparation, including extensive work with expatriate and dual-status tax returns. In addition, the role includes exposure to corporate tax for small to mid-sized U.S. subsidiaries of German multinational companies, as well as payroll processing for select clients. This position is ideal for a well-rounded professional who enjoys variety and international work.

• Prepare U.S. individual income tax returns, including dual-status and expatriate filings
• Support preparation of corporate tax returns (1120, 1120‑S, 1065) and related work papers for U.S. subsidiaries
• Perform and manage payroll processing and payroll compliance incl benefits for assigned clients

• A collaborative, internationally focused, and fast-growing work environment
• Exposure to cross-border tax issues and international clients
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Convenient downtown Chicago office location

• Strong experience with individual tax (including dual-status)
• Exposure to corporate tax preferred
• Strong proficiency in Excel Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with CCH Axcess Tax preferred
• Experience with Quick Books required
• Payroll experience strongly preferred
  
  German language skills a plus