Tax Senior - Lighthouse Search Collective

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This position is based in Evanston, IL with hybrid work opportunities available after an initial onboarding period.

About Us:

We are a well-established CPA and consulting firm with over 60 years of experience serving businesses, nonprofits, and families. Known for its supportive, collaborative culture, the firm combines a “small firm” feel with national-level expertise. Consistently voted a “Top Workplace,” we prioritize employee growth, work-life balance, and professional success.

Pay // Pay Breakdowns:

•Competitive base salary $85k to $100k

•Bonuses:

•Discretionary performance bonuses.

•Tax season charge hour bonuses or total annual charge hour bonuses, based on meeting hours requirements.

Benefits // Perks:

•Comprehensive benefits package, including:

•Subsidized medical plans (POS and HSA options).

•Voluntary dental and vision plans.

•401(k) with company match.

•Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays).

•Flexible spending accounts and company-paid life/AD&D insurance.

•Hybrid work schedule after acclimation.

•Collaborative culture with mentorship programs and clear growth paths.

Hours // Shift:

•Flexible schedules:

•Off-season: 37.5 hours/week minimum.

•Busy season: 50–55 hours/week.

Skills // Requirements // Qualifications // Duties:

•Skills/Qualifications:

•3–6 years of public accounting tax experience.

•CPA or eligible to sit.

•Proficiency with tax software (CCH ProSystems and Axcess a plus).

•Strong interpersonal, communication, and self-starter skills.

•Experience with manufacturers, nonprofits, long-term care, or construction industries is a plus.

•Duties:

•Prepare and review corporate, partnership, estate, trust, nonprofit (990), and individual tax returns.

•Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate and efficient tax compliance and planning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a firm that values its people, rewards success, and fosters work-life balance. Apply now to learn more!