Tax Manager

Prosperity Partners•Chicago, IL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Prosperity Partners is a Chicago-headquartered public accounting firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, and personal finance services. We are seeking an energetic, experienced Tax Manager to support our growing tax practice. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, exceptional leadership qualities and at least six years' public accounting experience. The candidate will be a tax generalist that manages tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust federal and state income tax returns, researches and analyzes multifaceted tax issues, identifies and implements tax planning and consulting opportunities, and works closely with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions. Excellent communication skills are valued as candidates will frequently draft memos and correspond with clients and taxing authorities. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn from an entire team of talented tax professionals as well as develop younger Associates. Applicants with the requisite skill set will have opportunities for annual advancement. Due to the collaborative nature of our work, employees are expected to be in office three days per week.

Requirements

Minimum of six years’ experience at a regional, national or multi-national accounting firm
An accounting degree from an accredited four-year university
CPA certification required
A strong ability to manage client and internal expectations, grow client relationships and lead staff
Prior experience supervising and training staff
Experience with CCH Axcess tax software is helpful but not required
Excellent analytical and technical skills, including exposure to family office, multi-state, and flow-through taxation
Capable of performing tax research and finding solutions to complicated issues
Success in prior work experience with the ability to self-manage & prioritize assignments and client interface
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable speaking or presenting in front of clients and peers
Availability to work in the office at least 3 days per week

Nice To Haves

Experience with CCH Axcess tax software

Responsibilities

Manages tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust federal and state income tax returns
Researches and analyzes multifaceted tax issues
Identifies and implements tax planning and consulting opportunities
Works closely with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions
Drafts memos and corresponds with clients and taxing authorities
Develops younger Associates
Manages client and internal expectations
Grows client relationships
Leads staff
Supervises and trains staff