Job Description

Tax Senior

Location: Lincolnshire, IL
Employment Type: Direct Hire – Full Time
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Compensation: $90,000 – $120,000 base (depending on experience)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard Business Hours

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Tax Senior to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this public accounting tax role.

The Tax Senior will serve as a core contributor within an established CPA firm environment, responsible for preparing and supporting a wide range of federal and multi-state tax engagements. This role requires strong technical preparation skills, increasing exposure to review responsibilities, and the ability to manage deadlines in a structured, in-office setting.

This is a production-driven role suited for a tax professional who demonstrates accuracy, consistency, and steady career progression within public accounting.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and multi-state tax returns (1040, 1120-S, 1065, 1041)

• Manage tax engagements from preparation through completion

• Support tax compliance and planning initiatives for closely held businesses and individuals

• Assist with preliminary review of work prepared by junior staff

• Respond to client inquiries and follow up on documentation requests

• Maintain detailed workpapers and supporting documentation

• Adhere to firm processes, quality standards, and filing deadlines

• Manage workload efficiently during peak tax seasons

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

Candidates must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for interview:

• 3–6 years of recent public accounting tax experience

• Strong hands-on preparation experience across individual and business returns

• Exposure to federal and multi-state taxation

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Solid technical tax foundation and attention to detail

• Stable employment history with minimal job changes

• Ability to work fully onsite in Lincolnshire, IL

Candidates without consistent public accounting experience or demonstrated preparation expertise across core return types will not be considered. Jumpy resumes will not be accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA license or active pursuit of CPA designation

• Experience supporting tax planning engagements

• Exposure to high-net-worth individual returns

• Early-stage review experience

• Master's degree in taxation (plus)

What Type of Candidate HireNow Staffing Is Recruiting For

HireNow Staffing is seeking a disciplined and technically sound Tax Senior who:

• Demonstrates consistent growth within public accounting

• Has strong return preparation experience across individual and business clients

• Is comfortable managing high-volume production work

• Shows readiness to expand into review responsibilities

• Maintains professional communication with clients and internal teams

• Values stability and long-term career development

The ideal candidate combines technical accuracy with reliability and a steady professional track record.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $120,000 (based on experience)

• Health insurance coverage

• 401(k) with 4% employer match

• CPA support and licensing assistance

• Approximately 3 weeks of starting PTO (flexible based on tenure)

Additional Requirements

• Ability to commute to Lincolnshire, IL (onsite role required)

• English proficiency required

• Local or commutable candidates preferred

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

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