Tax Manager/ Senior Tax Manager
The Agency · Chicago, Illinois, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
ur client, a well-established and growth-oriented public accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager / Senior Tax Manager to join its leadership team. This individual will play a key role in overseeing tax engagements, managing client relationships, mentoring staff, and contributing to the continued growth and strategic success of the practice.
Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and client-focused tax professional who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance environment and is looking for long-term leadership potential.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Engagement LeadershipLead and oversee all phases of tax engagements, including planning, preparation, review, and delivery for corporate, partnership, trust, and individual tax returns.Review complex tax returns, workpapers, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely filing.Conduct advanced tax research and provide strategic recommendations related to tax compliance, planning, and reporting matters.Identify and resolve complex tax issues while advising clients and internal leadership on appropriate solutions.Ensure all review comments and outstanding items are addressed prior to final filing.
Client Management & AdvisoryServe as a trusted advisor to clients by developing and maintaining strong professional relationships.Communicate engagement status, findings, and recommendations to both clients and firm leadership.Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services and support business development initiatives.Collaborate with internal departments and client leadership teams to address operational, financial, and tax-related matters.
Team Leadership & DevelopmentSupervise, mentor, and develop senior associates, staff accountants, and interns.Review team performance, provide coaching and feedback, and support ongoing professional development.Foster a collaborative and positive team environment while promoting accountability and high-quality client service.Participate in recruiting, training, and performance evaluation processes.
Operational & Financial OversightManage engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within scope.Monitor staff utilization and charge-hour goals while balancing multiple client engagements and deadlines.Assist with process improvements, departmental efficiencies, and implementation of best practices across the tax function.Prepare and analyze engagement billing and financial performance metrics.
Practice Growth & Firm RepresentationSupport practice development efforts through networking, community involvement, professional organizations, and client relationship building.Participate in presentations, speaking engagements, and business development activities.Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills both internally and externally.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field requiredActive CPA license required5–7+ years of public accounting tax experienceStrong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulationsExperience with corporate, partnership, trust, and individual tax returnsProficiency with tax research tools and tax preparation softwareDemonstrated leadership, project management, and mentoring experienceExcellent written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
Additional InformationHybrid flexibility may be available depending on business needsOccasional local client travel requiredAbility to work additional hours during peak tax seasons as needed
This opportunity offers a strong leadership platform, exposure to complex and diverse client engagements, and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing organization. xzbcwsv This opportunity offers a strong leadership platform, exposure to complex and diverse client engagements, and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing organization.
Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and client-focused tax professional who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance environment and is looking for long-term leadership potential.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Engagement LeadershipLead and oversee all phases of tax engagements, including planning, preparation, review, and delivery for corporate, partnership, trust, and individual tax returns.Review complex tax returns, workpapers, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely filing.Conduct advanced tax research and provide strategic recommendations related to tax compliance, planning, and reporting matters.Identify and resolve complex tax issues while advising clients and internal leadership on appropriate solutions.Ensure all review comments and outstanding items are addressed prior to final filing.
Client Management & AdvisoryServe as a trusted advisor to clients by developing and maintaining strong professional relationships.Communicate engagement status, findings, and recommendations to both clients and firm leadership.Identify opportunities to provide additional value-added services and support business development initiatives.Collaborate with internal departments and client leadership teams to address operational, financial, and tax-related matters.
Team Leadership & DevelopmentSupervise, mentor, and develop senior associates, staff accountants, and interns.Review team performance, provide coaching and feedback, and support ongoing professional development.Foster a collaborative and positive team environment while promoting accountability and high-quality client service.Participate in recruiting, training, and performance evaluation processes.
Operational & Financial OversightManage engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within scope.Monitor staff utilization and charge-hour goals while balancing multiple client engagements and deadlines.Assist with process improvements, departmental efficiencies, and implementation of best practices across the tax function.Prepare and analyze engagement billing and financial performance metrics.
Practice Growth & Firm RepresentationSupport practice development efforts through networking, community involvement, professional organizations, and client relationship building.Participate in presentations, speaking engagements, and business development activities.Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills both internally and externally.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field requiredActive CPA license required5–7+ years of public accounting tax experienceStrong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulationsExperience with corporate, partnership, trust, and individual tax returnsProficiency with tax research tools and tax preparation softwareDemonstrated leadership, project management, and mentoring experienceExcellent written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
Additional InformationHybrid flexibility may be available depending on business needsOccasional local client travel requiredAbility to work additional hours during peak tax seasons as needed
This opportunity offers a strong leadership platform, exposure to complex and diverse client engagements, and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing organization. xzbcwsv This opportunity offers a strong leadership platform, exposure to complex and diverse client engagements, and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a respected and growing organization.
Details
| Company | The Agency |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | finance |
| Experience | permanent |

