Tax Director
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Accounting
Tax Manager, Tax Accountant, Tax Advisor, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Tax Manager, Tax Accountant, Tax Advisor, Accounting & Finance
Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Director to join its Private Client Services (PCS) practice. This role is ideal for a senior tax professional who thrives in a growing environment, enjoys leading complex engagements, and is passionate about delivering high-touch service to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses.
What You’ll DoReview and oversee tax projections, work papers, and tax returns, with a primary focus on Federal and State individual and fiduciary returns
Manage the full tax return process, including identification and resolution of complex tax issues
Apply strong knowledge of corporation and partnership accounting and tax concepts
Lead, mentor, and develop staff accountants; manage deadlines and prioritize workloads
Manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously, both independently and in a team environment
Identify opportunities for new and expanded client services
Lead engagements including budgeting, billing, and overall engagement economics
Serve as a proactive, trusted advisor to clients
Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
CPA or JD required
10+ years of recent tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience (public accounting or mixed public/private)
10+ years of progressive experience serving individuals, S-corporations, and partnerships
6+ years of experience handling complex technical tax matters
Preferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in Tax or related field
Experience developing client relationships and growing a book of business
About the Private Client Services PracticeOur client’s Private Client Services team works with family-owned businesses, closely held enterprises, and high-net-worth individuals, providing sophisticated tax compliance and advisory services. The practice is one of the firm’s fastest-growing groups and offers meaningful opportunities for leadership, career progression, and long-term impact.
Professionals in this group are encouraged to think like entrepreneurs—developing a deep understanding of clients’ businesses, personal objectives, and long-term goals—while working in a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance environment.
CompensationFor Illinois candidates, the expected salary range is $180,000 – $250,000, depending on experience and other factors permitted by law. Compensation may vary by geography.
Additional InformationOur client is a merit-based employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Preferred Location: Elgin, IL
Work Model: Hybrid
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