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Tax Accountant

Job in Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois, 60056, USA
Listing for: Creative Financial Staffing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-28
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Public Accounting
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 - 87500 USD Yearly USD 75000.00 87500.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Tax Accountant

$75,000 to $87,500 base salary

We’re working with a fast-growing services firm that’s building out a new in-house tax team. This newly created Tax Accountant position is ideal for a well-rounded tax professional who enjoys client interaction, strategic projects, and process improvement—without the grind of public accounting hours.

Why take a Tax Accountant role with this company?
  • Company is growing rapidly—plans to double in size within the next year
  • Strong emphasis on work-life balance and culture
  • Broad, hands-on tax role with variety across entity types and projects
  • 2x/year bonus payouts (not just once!)
  • Access to an on-site gym + employer-paid membership
  • Collaborative team environment and opportunity to help shape the department
What the Tax Accountant will do:
  • Prepare federal and state tax returns for partnerships, trusts, individuals, and corporations

  • Assist with tax provisions for federal and state compliance

  • Research tax laws and recommend effective tax strategies

  • Monitor and implement new and revised tax legislation

  • Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements

  • Contribute to special projects, IRS audits, and tax planning initiatives

  • Stay current with tax trends and participate in relevant training and professional development

What the company needs in a Tax Accountant:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (MST or CPA preferred)

  • 2+ years of tax accounting experience, including preparing federal and state returns

  • Strong understanding of tax software and tax lifecycle

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with both tax and non-tax stakeholders

  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively on multiple projects

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