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CFS

Senior Tax Accountant

CFS, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Our client, a privately‑owned investment management firm located in downtown Chicago, is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join a growing team. This well‑established firm offers excellent work‑life balance and will work closely with the leadership team. This is a great opportunity for a candidate looking to transition out of public accounting into a corporate setting.

Why Apply?

Stable firm with strong leaders

Bonus based on portfolio performance

Holiday bonus

Flexible schedule and great work‑life balance

Summer hours (Friday before July 4 to Friday before Labor Day)

Located in the loop, close to the train if needing to commute

Jeans Friday (no jeans Friday)

Competitive salary, targeting $90k‑130k based on experience level.

Responsibilities

Support tax compliance for 40+ entities (trusts, partnerships, corporations, nonprofit)

Coordinate with external tax advisors

Prepare filings, extensions, and year‑end workpapers

Assist with audits, research, and tax planning

Recommend process improvements and support special projects

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA required

3+ years of tax accounting experience (public accounting experience strongly preferred)

Advanced Excel knowledge and excellent PC skills

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