Position Overview
Location - Rolling Meadows, IL
Senior Tax Accountant
We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join an established public accounting firm. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong background in public accounting and tax preparation who is comfortable managing engagements independently in a small-firm environment.
The Senior Tax Accountant will primarily focus on preparing federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations. Candidates with additional experience in financial statement preparation, compilations, reviews, or audits are highly preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take on meaningful responsibilities, work directly with firm leadership, build client relationships, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare federal and applicable state income tax returns for individuals and business entities, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
- Analyze client financial records and accounting information to support accurate tax preparation and planning.
- Review financial information maintained in QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online.
- Utilize professional tax preparation software to prepare, process, and review tax returns.
- Communicate directly with clients to gather documentation, address questions, and ensure timely completion of engagements.
- Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines, particularly during tax season.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word for daily accounting and tax-related responsibilities.
- Assist with additional accounting engagements, including financial statement compilations, reviews, and audits, based on experience.
- Work closely with firm ownership and accounting team members to support client needs and firm objectives.
- Contribute to a collaborative, small-office environment with an emphasis on communication, accountability, and client service.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
- Strong experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
- Demonstrated experience with multiple entity types, including individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
- Proficiency with professional tax preparation software.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Ability to independently manage tax engagements, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- A client-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively in a small-firm environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online.
- Experience preparing financial statements.
- Background in compilations, reviews, or audits.