Tax Accountant

Solid Rock Recruiting • Chicago, IN

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

An established public accounting firm is seeking an experienced Tax Senior to manage client engagements and work with a range of individual and business tax matters. The client base includes privately held companies, real estate investors, and related entities. The role emphasizes quality work, meaningful client relationships, and collaboration rather than high-volume processing. The Tax Senior will manage their workload, communicate directly with clients, contribute to tax planning and advisory work, and may guide or review work for junior team members. The position offers opportunities to deepen technical expertise, assume additional responsibility, and pursue long-term advancement toward management.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in public accounting or a similar tax-focused position.
• Well-rounded knowledge of individual and business taxation.
• Experience preparing partnership and S corporation returns.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple client engagements.
• Professional communication skills and an interest in developing long-term client relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with real estate taxation, particularly real estate partnerships.
• CPA designation or currently pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and S corporations.
• Manage tax compliance matters involving Forms 1040, 1065, and 1120S.
• Work with partnership structures, investment entities, and real estate-related tax filings.
• Coordinate directly with clients to obtain documentation, answer questions, and resolve tax-related issues.
• Assist with multi-state filings and complex tax compliance matters.
• Participate in tax planning initiatives and support client advisory projects.
• Provide guidance and review assistance to junior team members when needed.
• Identify potential tax-saving strategies and communicate opportunities to management.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and scheduling flexibility outside peak tax season.
• Supportive team and established client base.
• Opportunities to expand technical expertise and take on additional responsibility.
• Long-term advancement potential, including a pathway toward management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed