Accounting & Tax Manager

Accounting & Tax Manager

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and flexible work environment?  We're seeking an Accounting & Tax Manager who values work/life balance, client interaction, and professional development.  We provide the tools and systems you need to succeed without the stress of overtime or "fire drill" tax seasons.


What This Job Is NOT:

  • Overtime and overworked
  • Extreme tax season crunch
  • Putting up with ungrateful clients
  • Punching the clock
  • Sink or swim without training
  • Having to sell clients or be a rainmaker
  • An old-school practice with no systems


What This Job Is:

  • Serving small business clients year-round
  • Surrounded by a team of staff accountants and great support
  • Offering production incentives so you control how much you work and earn
  • Providing work-life balance, even during tax season
  • Supported by proven systems and modern software
  • Encouraging collaboration and continuous learning
  • Building client relationships and working directly with small business owners


What We Offer:

  • Work/Life Balance: We are a highly productive office, but will never ask you to sacrifice family time for          work.
  • Growth-Oriented: Be a part of a growing firm with a steady history of success.
  • Client-Centric: Build lasting relationships with small business owners, helping them grow and save on         taxes.
  • Collaborative Team Environment: Work closely with a team of accountants and staff in a supportive,          learning-focused atmosphere.
  • Career Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, CPE, and management participation.


Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and review monthly financial statements & tax filings (S Corps, LLCs, individuals).
  • Provide tax planning and tax estimates for small business clients.
  • Build strong relationships through regular client communication (calls/emails).
  • Lead a team of bookkeepers and staff accountants in delivering high-quality services.
  • Assist with onboarding new clients, including reviewing prior tax returns and updating charts of accounts.
  • Collaborate with firm leadership to help grow the business and expand services.


Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years working in a CPA firm, specifically with small business clients.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in QuickBooks, MS Office, and knowledge of payroll taxes. Experience             with UltraTax or Accounting CS software is a plus.
  • Tax Expertise: Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing tax returns for S Corps, partnerships,              LLCs, and individuals.
  • Soft Skills: An upbeat, client-focused personality who enjoys working with small business owners.
  • Certification: CPA or CPA candidate preferred. Enrolled Agent or willingness to train also considered.
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred but not required.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $100,000+ based on experience and performance incentives.
  • Group health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match, paid time off, flexible scheduling.
  • Paid continuing education and tuition reimbursement.


About Us:

Our firm is focused on providing small business clients with exceptional service.  With a structured package of monthly accounting, tax preparation, payroll, and business advice, we help clients stay organized, and save on taxes.  We have rock-solid systems to keep work flowing smoothly and offer flexible, balanced scheduling for our team.  Join us and become part of a supportive and growth-minded firm!

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree

Experience Level : Executive

Job Function : Finance

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20 S. Grove Ave, Suite 101 Carpentersville, IL 60110

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