Tax Senior
Recutify • Lincolnshire, Illinois • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Sep 5, 2026
About the Company:
This reputable CPA Firm is a well-established CPA firm providing tax, audit, and advisory services to closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and nonprofit organizations. The firm is built on long-term client relationships, technical excellence, and a collaborative, partner-accessible environment. Team members are trusted to take ownership of their work while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Position Summary:
The Tax Senior will be a key contributor within the firm's growing tax practice. This role is ideal for a hands-on tax professional who enjoys preparing a high volume of tax returns while beginning to take on review responsibilities. The Tax Senior will work closely with Tax Managers and Partners, gaining exposure to increasingly complex work while continuing to sharpen technical skills.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare federal and multi-state tax returns, including 1040, 1120-S, 1065, and 1041.
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Handle simple to mid-level tax engagements from preparation through completion.
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Assist with basic review of returns prepared by junior staff as experience allows.
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Support tax planning and compliance work for closely held businesses and individuals.
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Work with Tax Managers on client requests and follow-ups.
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Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to firm processes and deadlines.
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Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
Qualifications & Requirements:
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3–6 years of recent public accounting tax experience.
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Strong hands-on preparation experience across individual and business returns.
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Exposure to federal and multi-state taxation.
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CPA designation is a plus; CPA-track candidates encouraged.
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Solid technical foundation with attention to detail.
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Consistent employment history; job-hopping discouraged.
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Ability to manage workload during peak tax season.
Culture & Environment:
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Fully in-office, team-oriented environment.
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Collaborative structure with daily access to managers and partners.
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Emphasis on learning, consistency, and long-term growth.
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Professional, supportive, and client-focused culture.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Additional earning potential tied to client responsibility.
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Health insurance.
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CPA support and licensing assistance.
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Approximately 3 weeks of starting PTO, with flexibility based on role and tenure.
Why Join the Team:
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Build strong technical tax experience within a reputable CPA firm.
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Grow into review and leadership responsibilities over time.
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Competitive compensation with upside potential.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $98,000–$118,000 per year (median ~$103,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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