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Robert Half Senior Tax Associate in Chicago, Illinois

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To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.

The Senior Tax Accountant will report to the Director of Tax and be responsible for tax compliance, research, planning, and strategy for a multitude of entities. The position will require someone that has excellent Excel skills, the ability to communicate effectively with non-tax individuals, and has critical thinking aptitude for complex and unique tax situations. The individual will also interact with investments, accounting, operations, philanthropy, and insurance specialists to provide tax insight on specific transactions.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for partnerships, S-corporations/C-corporations, trusts, estates, foundations, gift tax, and high-net worth individuals

  • Prepare and organize electronic tax workpapers from internal/external sources

  • Prepare federal and state tax projections

  • Calculate and prepare federal and state estimated tax payments

  • Prepare federal and state extensions

  • Maintain tax checklists and annual tax documentation

  • Track tax basis of the various investments

  • Create internal tax memos to support tax positions taken

  • Respond to federal, state, and local tax notices

  • Assist with information requests to/from family members

  • Assist with tax audits, if applicable.

  • Maintain current knowledge regarding changing tax laws and can research as appropriate

  • Develop relationships with outside tax providers and trust companies

  • Perform other duties as assigned

    Requirements

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or MST preferred

  • Minimum of 3+ years of work experience, public accounting background a plus

  • Advanced Excel skills required

  • Knowledge of CCH Axcess Tax

  • Strong tax technical, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, and communication skills

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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