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Ascendo Resources

Senior Tax Manager

Ascendo Resources, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap. Join a fast-growing, people-first public accounting firm that values your contributions and well-being. Our client, a respected and rapidly expanding local mid-market firm, has grown organically by ~30% year over year and is continuing that momentum by investing in top talent. They’re looking for a Senior Tax Manager to lead client relationships and mentor a growing team within their Private Client Services group. This is more than just a job — it’s a long-term opportunity with a firm that prioritizes flexibility, autonomy, and a healthy work-life balance, offering unlimited PTO and hybrid or fully remote work options.

Base pay range : $165,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

What You’ll Do

Manage and deliver high-level tax compliance and consulting services for high net worth individuals, family offices, trusts, closely held businesses, and foundations

Lead and mentor teams of seniors and staff, helping to guide their professional development

Plan and oversee engagement schedules, workloads, and workflow across multiple clients

Research complex individual and trust tax issues and provide strategic recommendations

Ensure technical accuracy and high-quality client deliverables

Foster strong, ongoing client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on tax strategy and planning

Communicate regularly with partners on engagement progress and team performance

Participate in business development conversations and contribute to firm growth

Requirements

7+ years of experience within a public accounting firm preferred

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related major; Master's Degree a plus

Licensed CPA

Experience with individual income tax, gift tax, estate tax and trust taxation; estate planning experience is highly preferred

Experience with Trust and/or Estate administration is a plus

Ability to identify and propose resolutions to complex income tax issues

Demonstrated advanced project management skills

Ability to utilize firm technology to enhance client service

Strong technical aptitude and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Experience leading and supervising a team

Willingness to learn, teach, and supervise in a fast-paced environment and be receptive to feedback

Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and take initiative on projects

High attention to detail

Positive attitude and a team player mentality

Strong Microsoft Office skills

About Ascendo Ascendo is a certified minority-owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Seniority Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Accounting

Note Additional job postings and location-specific salary data listed below are not part of the core description and have been omitted to maintain clarity of the role.

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