Senior Tax Accountant

Naperville, Illinois

About the role

The Senior Tax Accountant will prepare and review multiple tax projects to provide quality tax services and deliverables for our clients. This position requires strong technical and communication skills to coordinate with staff, managers, and clients to ensure timely, quality delivery of both simple and complex tax projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong tax background and be able to execute both simple and complex tax strategies. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to significantly expand their knowledge of tax law and its application.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform tax compliance activities for individuals and businesses, including:
  • Prepare and review federal and state income tax returns
  • Tax planning and projections
  • Tax research, resolution, and correspondence
• Manage client information requests and deliverables
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of federal, state, and local tax returns
• Ensure quality standards are maintained
• Provide support on special tax projects and initiatives
• Collaborate with staff, clients, and management
• Assist with firm initiatives as necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in public accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Knowledge of federal and state tax regulations

Skills

• Strong computer skills with proficiency in a wide variety of applications (Thomson Reuters software experience a plus)
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Research-oriented with problem-solving skills
• Superior attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively with teams at various levels
• Flexible in dealing with change and ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We value time and effort and provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.