Tax Partner

CFS

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$210,000–$270,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Business Plan, Business Strategy, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Entrepreneurship, Estate Planning, Flexible Spending Accounts, High Net Worth, International Law, International Tax, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Mentoring, People Management, Public Accounting, State Tax, Succession Planning, Tax Accounting, Tax Operations, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
12 days ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Our client is a rapidly growing Law firm who are looking to add a Tax Partner to their team. The company has enjoyed incredible success in the last few years' and are seeking a candidate with a similar tax background focusing on high-net-worth individuals to join their team as they continue their expansion.


Reasons to Work Here:



  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

  • Immediate 401(k) participation with 100% vested match after 1 year.

  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.

  • HSA, HRA, and FSA options.

  • Dynamic, inclusive culture where your ideas and development truly matter.

  • Significant opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.

  • A workplace that values balance, well-being, and long-term career success.

  • Paid holidays and unlimited PTO.

  • Hybrid / Remote working

  • Bonus

  • $210,000 - $270,000


This is a key strategic role within the firm, focused on overseeing tax operations, guiding high-level client engagements, and shaping the continued growth of our Private Client practice.


The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, a strong UHNW advisory background, and a passion for building relationships, mentoring professionals, and contributing to the firm’s long-term vision. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing firm where partnership is not symbolic — it is influential, collaborative, and entrepreneurial.


Responsibilities


Firm Leadership



  • Provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of the firm’s tax vision and overall business strategy.

  • Collaborate with fellow Partners to drive firm growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

  • Represent the firm in high-level client, community, and business engagements.


Client Advisory & Relationship Management



  • Serve as a trusted advisor to UHNW clients, providing guidance on complex tax and wealth-planning matters.

  • Oversee high-stakes engagements involving multi-entity structures, international taxation, estate planning, business transactions, and succession planning.

  • Maintain and expand strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-touch service.


Technical Expertise & Quality Oversight



  • Ensure the firm’s tax planning, compliance, and advisory practices consistently meet the highest professional standards.

  • Stay informed on evolving tax laws and provide direction on firm-wide technical policies.

  • Review and sign off on complex tax strategies, structures, and compliance deliverables.


Team Development & Culture Building



  • Mentor and develop tax professionals, fostering an environment of continuous learning and collaboration.

  • Provide coaching, guidance, and leadership to Managers and Senior staff.

  • Contribute to recruitment efforts to build a strong, diverse, high-performing team.


Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or related field.

  • CPA required.

  • Minimum 12–15 years of progressive tax experience, with significant UHNW and Private Client expertise.

  • Demonstrated leadership within a public accounting or advisory firm, including experience managing teams and complex engagements.

  • Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to advise sophisticated clients.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to influence firm growth and direction.


Skills



  • Expert-level knowledge of federal, state, and international tax law.

  • Proven ability to develop and implement advanced tax strategies.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

  • Ability to manage multiple high-level priorities in a fast-paced environment.



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About the Company

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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/