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Our top 20 Public CPA firm  is seeking a Tax Manager to join our Private Client Services (PCS) practice. They  are looking for a dynamic individual who excels in a progressive setting and demonstrates a commitment to delivering exceptional client services. This role is to be based out of their Elgin, IL office.  

•  One of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry

•  flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance

•  Join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards

• Responsible for training, supervising and ongoing development of associates and seniors.  

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and other entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.  

• Build impactful relationships with clients and maintain relationships with firm leadership.  

• Cultivate expertise in and impart specialized knowledge congruent with firm niches, initiatives and needs.  

• Take responsibility for accurate time and billing for self and team.  

• Develop a working knowledge of the client's business, take responsibility for completing assigned tasks, and meet client deadlines.  

• Actively solicit new client relationships and participate in client/potential client seminars to expand networking opportunities.  

• Stay updated on changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards, and proactively apply new knowledge to client engagements.  

• Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to coordinate efforts, share knowledge, and ensure efficient and effective delivery of tax services.  

• Hold self and direct reports responsible for achieving developmental goals  

• Mentor and coach junior team members.  

• Professional Development: Participate in training programs and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and develop industry-specific expertise.  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field  

• 4+ years of tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience  

• CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent Certification  

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Taxation or equivalent field   

• 1+ year of management experience 

The Private Client Services Team connects family owned, closely held businesses and high net worth individuals with the solutions they need to reach their short- and long-term financial goals. Operating within a culture where we hold each other accountable to our standards of teamwork, creativity, and a genuine care for each other, we not only solve our clients’ problems, but offer proactive solutions for the future. 

About the firm

Our client  is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees across the world. 

Client book is  as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. They are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

Our full-time positions also offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits.