Tax Manager

Compensation Based On Experience.

$105000 - $130000 per year | Frankfort, IL | On-site | Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax engagements, provide strategic planning and consulting services, and serve as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building long‐term client relationships, mentoring team members, and delivering proactive tax strategies that create meaningful value.

The Tax Manager will oversee tax compliance, review complex returns, identify planning opportunities, and collaborate closely with firm leadership to ensure exceptional client service.

• Manage a portfolio of business and individual tax clients from planning through final delivery.
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts, estates, and individuals.
• Develop proactive tax planning strategies that help clients minimize tax liabilities and achieve long‑term financial goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing year‑round advisory and consulting services.
• Research complex tax issues and communicate recommendations clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors through coaching and technical review.
• Review work papers and ensure compliance with firm quality standards and tax regulations.
• Assist clients with IRS and state tax notices, examinations, and resolution matters.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through additional advisory and consulting services.
• Collaborate with partners on client strategy, workflow management, and practice development initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license ideally.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience.
• Experience reviewing complex business and individual tax returns.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and multi‑state taxation.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Proven leadership experience mentoring and developing staff.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements while meeting deadlines.
• Experience with tax planning and advisory services is highly preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.