Senior Tax Accountant

JOB DESCRIPTION Tax Accounting Senior Salary: $85,000 – $120,000 Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Unique chance to work within a prestigious, well-established Chicago-based single-family office managing a sophisticated, multi-entity portfolio • Exposure to a diverse mix of entities including C-Corp, S-Corps, partnerships, trusts, a private foundation, and individual tax matters • Collaborative, low-ego culture where humility, teamwork, and continuous improvement are core values • Direct access to and mentorship from highly experienced tax leadership with opportunities for professional growth • Stable and long-tenured team environment with strong retention and long-standing relationships internally and externally • Competitive salary, annual bonus, and performance-based incentive plan plus a robust benefits package • Hybrid schedule with office located in the heart of the Chicago Loop Key Responsibilities for the Tax Accounting Senior: • Manage inflow of tax compliance documents and maintain detailed checklists for over 40 entities • Review and analyze tax documents for completeness and compliance requirements • Prepare and file extensions, estimated payments, and selected tax returns for individuals, entities, and nonprofit organizations • Prepare and update income tax provisions for corporate and nonprofit entities • Perform year-end close workpapers, book-to-tax reconciliations, and journal entries • Handle foreign financial reporting, including FINCEN disclosures and related tax filings • Coordinate and communicate with external tax advisors, providing documentation and follow-up support • Review externally prepared tax returns for accuracy and completeness • Conduct research across federal, state, estate/gift, and employment tax areas • Assist with tax analysis related to new investments and calculate after-tax investment performance • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows • Support federal and state tax audits, providing documentation and follow-up • Serve as backup for money movement processes when needed Qualifications for the Tax Accounting Senior: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree preferred • CPA required • 3+ years of experience in tax accounting, public accounting, or tax compliance; family office experience preferred • Strong understanding of tax and accounting principles across corporations, partnerships, and trusts • Familiarity with various asset classes and investment strategies preferred • Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting/tax software and document management systems This is an exceptional opportunity for a detail-focused and motivatedTax Accounting Seniorto join a highly respected single-family office environment, gain exposure to complex and diverse tax matters, and work alongside a talented, collaborative team. $85,000 – $120,000 #LI-AH1 #ZRCFS2025 #INAUG2025