Tax Accountant CPA - Smart Hire Recruiting LLC

Position: Senior Tax Accountant
Location: Chicago, Illinois  
Flexible, hybrid work environment with offices in Chicago, Deerfield, and Downers Grove.
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

Positions Available: 3

Job Highlights:

Required Skills:

• CPA designation or pursuing a CPA (eligible to sit with 150 credit hours)
• 2 years of experience in public accounting at a mid-market firm (no Big 4 candidates)
• Experience in tax review, preparation, and returns for Partnerships, S-Corps, C-Corps, and Individuals
• Client experience in industries such as manufacturing, real estate, professional services, restaurant, and retail

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Responsibilities:

• First-year seniors: 70% review and 30% preparation of tax returns
• Experienced seniors: 100% review of tax returns for Partnerships (1065), S-Corps and C-Corps (1120), Individuals (1040), and others as assigned
• Handle routine client tax questions, research tax issues, and assist clients with collecting necessary information for tax return completion and compliance
• Participate in tax field exams and handle any tax notice resolutions
• Identify opportunities to expand services for clients
• Assist with staff and intern training and development

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA-eligible (150 credit hours) or actively pursuing CPA certification
• 2 years of experience in public accounting at a mid-market firm
• Preferred background from firms ranked in the top 40 nationally

Culture, Perks and Benefits:
If you are looking for a firm that fosters an exceptional environment where employees can enjoy
a unique blend of top-tier client interaction with a fun, friendly work atmosphere, then take a
closer look at our client.
 
Large Firm Opportunities, Small Firm Culture.  
Receive mentorship and support from partners and opportunities for career advancement.
Work on multiple engagements in various industries, including Manufacturing, Distribution,
Real Estate, Construction, Tech, Start-Ups and more.

 

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