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39304 | Interim Senior Tax Accountant
Chicago, Illinois
Contract
Added - 10/05/26
Accounting/Finance
A food safety client client of ours in downtown Chicago seeking a contract Corporate Senior Tax Accountant to join their team (Hybrid Role - 4 days in office).
The company is looking for a Senior Tax candidate to help with federal, state and local income tax compliance as well as real estate/property tax and some indirect / use tax.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and/or oversee federal, state, and local income tax compliance for the organization and its entities.
Assist with the preparation and review of federal and state income tax returns, estimated payments, extensions, and related filings.
Manage state and local tax (SALT) compliance and research tax matters as needed.
Coordinate real estate and property tax filings, payments, assessments, and related matters.
Assist with indirect tax and use tax compliance and research.
Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from federal, state, and local taxing authorities.
Assist with tax provision, tax account reconciliations, and other tax-related accounting activities.
Research and interpret changes in tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the organization.
Partner with Accounting, Finance, Legal, and other internal teams on tax-related matters.
Work with external tax advisors and service providers as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, compliance, and reporting.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
5+ years of corporate tax experience, preferably with experience in a public accounting or corporate tax environment.
Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax compliance.
Experience with state and local taxes (SALT).
Exposure to property/real estate tax and indirect/use tax strongly preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both internal teams and external advisors.
CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus.
If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!
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39247 | Tax
Chicago, Illinois
Direct Hire
Added - 09/18/26
Tax
Tax Professionals | Senior Accountant through Senior Manager | Chicago & Suburbs
Brilliant is working with several public accounting firms in the Chicago area that are looking to add experienced Tax professionals to their teams, ranging from Senior Tax Accountant through Senior Tax Manager.
These opportunities are a great fit for professionals looking to take on greater responsibility, work with a diverse client base, and continue developing their careers within public accounting.
Responsibilities may include:
Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporations
Manage multiple client engagements and serve as a primary point of contact for clients
Research complex tax issues and provide guidance on tax planning and compliance matters
Review work prepared by staff and senior-level team members and provide technical guidance
Assist with tax planning, projections, research, and special projects
Communicate directly with clients, management, and internal teams regarding tax matters
Depending on level, supervise and mentor staff while helping manage engagement timelines and deliverables
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3+ years of public accounting tax experience, depending on level
Strong knowledge of federal and state tax compliance
Experience with individual and/or business tax returns
CPA or progress toward CPA preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience with tax software such as CCH, UltraTax, GoSystem, or similar platforms
What’s Offered:
Competitive base salary and bonus potential
Strong benefits package
Hybrid flexibility depending on firm and role
Opportunity for continued advancement
Exposure to a broad and diverse client base
Collaborative team environment with strong professional development opportunities
If you’re a Tax professional in public accounting and open to exploring what’s next, feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation.