Tax, Trusts & Estates Associate - 288628

TGC Talent has partnered with a well-established public accounting firm seeking an Experienced Trust & Estates Tax Professional to join its growing tax practice in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

What's Offered:

• Competitive base salary starting at $80K+ depending on experience.
• Paid overtime or compensated time off.
• Employer contributions to a profit-sharing retirement plan.
• Health insurance and paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation.
• Lifetime 15% commission on new business generated.
• Flexible scheduling with the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement outside of busy season following the initial onboarding period.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review federal and Illinois income tax returns for trusts, estates, individuals, partnerships, and S corporations
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• Serve as or develop into the firm's primary authority on trust and estate taxation
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• Advise clients on trust and estate tax planning and compliance matters.
• Stay current with federal and Illinois tax law developments affecting individuals and closely held businesses.
• Work directly with clients to provide tax planning, consulting, and compliance services.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and other tax professionals to deliver high-quality client service.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of public accounting tax experience.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing trust and estate income tax returns
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• Working knowledge of current Federal and Illinois tax laws affecting closely held businesses, S corporations, partnerships, and individual taxpayers.
• Experience with tax planning and compliance for a variety of entity types.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.