Tax Accountant

CFS

Arlington Heights, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$90,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Federal Tax, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Project/Program Management, Public Accounting, Research Skills, State Tax, Strategic Planning, Tax Accounting, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Tax Returns, Tax Software, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Arlington Heights, IL
POSTED
7 days ago

Tax Accountant


$75,000 – $90,000 Base Salary


Our client is a fast-growing firm that is expanding its internal tax function and seeking a Tax Accountant to join the team. This newly created position is ideal for a well-rounded tax professional who enjoys variety in their work, exposure to multiple entity types, and a mix of compliance and advisory responsibilities—without the demands of traditional public accounting schedules.


Why Consider This Opportunity for the Tax Accountant?



  • Rapidly growing organization with strong expansion plans

  • Excellent work-life balance and positive, collaborative culture

  • Broad, hands-on tax role with exposure across multiple entity types and projects

  • Semi-annual bonus structure (twice-yearly payouts)

  • Opportunity to help build and shape an expanding in-house tax function

  • Supportive, team-oriented environment with strong long-term potential


Key Responsibilities for the Tax Accountant



  • Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and corporations

  • Assist with tax provisions and compliance reporting at the federal and state levels

  • Conduct tax research and support tax planning and strategy initiatives

  • Monitor changes in tax legislation and assist in implementing required updates

  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations

  • Support IRS audits, special projects, and broader tax planning efforts

  • Participate in ongoing training and maintain awareness of evolving tax regulations


Qualifications for the Tax Accountant



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (CPA or Master’s in Taxation preferred)

  • 2+ years of tax experience, including preparation of federal and state returns

  • Strong understanding of tax compliance processes and tax software systems

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general Office applications

  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a deadline-driven environment

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/