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Tax Support Specialist

Job in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois, 60065, USA
Listing for: Randstad USA
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
  • Accounting
    Tax Accountant, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 27 - 32 USD Hourly USD 27.00 32.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Tax Support Specialist to join our team in Northbrook for the upcoming tax season. This is a high-impact, technical support and preparation role designed for someone who doesn't just "know" tax software but thrives in the ecosystem of Quick Books and Ultra Tax.

Qualifications & Requirements
  • Experience:

    2+ years of professional experience in a tax support or accounting role.
  • Software Mastery (Mandatory):
    Extensive, hands-on experience with Ultra Tax CS and Quick Books (Desktop and Online). Candidates without this specific software background will not be considered.
  • Technical Savvy:
    Ability to manage "bridge" software, data imports, and complex Excel work papers.
  • Education:

    Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
  • Soft Skills:

    Organizational skills and the ability to handle the "pressure-cooker" environment of tax season with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude.

salary: $27 - $32 per hour

shift:
First

work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM

education:
Associate

Responsibilities
  • Tax Preparation & Review:Preparing, reviewing, and filing, individual and corporate income tax returns, as well as handling state and local sales tax issues.
  • Compliance & Research:Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, conducting tax research, and responding to inquiries from tax authorities.
  • Client Advisory:Offering tax planning strategies for current and future years to minimize tax liability.
  • Data Analysis & Documentation:Analyzing financial data for accuracy and maintaining organized client tax documentation.
  • Technical Proficiency:Utilizing tax software, Ultra Tax & Quick Books desktop and online versions for efficient data entry and processing.
Skills
  • TAX
  • Payroll Tax
  • Corporate Tax
  • Tax Research
  • Multi-State Tax
  • State & Local Tax
  • Confidentiality
  • Individual/Personal Tax Planning
  • Office Support
  • Quick Books (2 years of experience is required)
  • Ultra Tax (2 years of experience is preferred)
Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 2 years
  • Experience level:
    Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience
  • Experienced
  • 2 years
Education
  • Associates
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