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Locked In Talent

Senior Tax Associate

Locked In Talent, Oak Park, Illinois, us, 60303

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Founded nearly 100 years ago and based in Oak Brook, Illinois, with clients throughout Chicagoland, we are a full-service public accounting, audit, tax, and advisory firm recognized as one of Accounting Today’s Best Firms to Work For. As a multi-award-winning workplace, we prioritize our people’s growth, flexibility, and happiness, which allows us to consistently deliver exceptional client service with the resources of a large firm and the personal care of a boutique practice.

Base pay range $90,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation: Up to $106,000 base salary (DOE) + incentive opportunities

401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, including full holiday break at year-end

Summer Fridays in July

Professional Development: CPA reimbursement & industry‑leading training opportunities

Collaborative Culture: Join a Best & Brightest Company that values work‑life balance and employee satisfaction

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare federal and state tax returns for partnerships, corporations, S‑corporations, trusts, nonprofits (990s), and individuals

Prepare payroll and sales tax returns

Participate as part of a multi‑disciplinary tax team providing industry‑specific knowledge

Deliver timely, high‑quality client services and maintain strong client relationships

Assist in tax planning, quarterly estimates, and maintaining engagement files and work papers

Conduct research on complex tax issues and provide alternative solutions

Support practice development through networking, community involvement, and industry activities

Qualifications Needed

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

Minimum 3 years of public accounting tax experience, including flow‑through entity and individual returns

CPA license preferred (or CPA candidate encouraged)

Strong background in tax compliance, planning, and research

Experience with CCH Axcess and RIA Checkpoint preferred

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues to clients

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Accounting

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