Senior Tax Associate with Top 50 CPA Firm

Levelociti • Chicago, IL

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Tax Associate/Accountant will prepare and review tax returns for assigned engagements at a privately owned, national Top 50 CPA firm. The firm has more than five offices across the United States, is based in St. Louis, and has been in business for more than 60 years, serving clients in tax and audit. The role is based in downtown Chicago with a flexible hybrid schedule; some staff work in the office two to three days per week.

The position involves working and communicating directly with partners, managers, team members, and client personnel. The associate will review client documentation and format it for financial reports, financial statements, and tax return preparation; perform financial analyses as requested; and assist clients with budgeting and forecasting when applicable. Compensation is up to $110,000 base salary, with a discretionary annual bonus and full benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in accounting or taxation.
• CPA license.
• At least 3 years of public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for assigned engagements.
• Work closely with and communicate directly with partners, managers, team members, and client personnel.
• Review client documentation and format it for use in preparing financial reports, financial statements, and tax returns.
• Perform financial analyses as requested.
• Assist clients with budgeting and forecasting, when applicable.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus of up to 15%.
• Profit-sharing contribution for employees' retirement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Reduced summer hours.
• Hybrid schedule.
• Annual company trip; in 2025, staff members were invited to a two-day stay in Denver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior