Tax Accountant

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

The warmer Chicago months are pretty much here! Treat yourself this Spring season to a new job opportunity at a Fortune 500 company that was voted one of the best places to work in 2024.

Primary responsibilities focus on complex tax return preparation for partnerships, individuals and trusts. The tax accountant will prepare correspondence in response to tax authorities, research tax issues and be integral to the planning and projection process.

Job Description:

  • Preparation of federal and multi-state returns for complicated partnerships, individuals, trusts, and foundations. (Prior experience in all areas is not required.)
  • Draft correspondence with state and federal tax authorities dealing with numerous complex issues.
  • Assist in tax projection process and related Excel modeling for ongoing tax projections for complex interlocking systems of tiered partnerships and trusts.
  • Assist with tax research and preparation of tax memos.
  • Preparation of gift tax returns and sales and use tax returns.
  • Assist in preparation of annual 1099 reporting.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting; 2-3 years of experience in an income tax environment.
  • MST or classes toward an MST are valuable.
  • Excellent Microsoft Excel modeling skills and competence in other tax preparation and research software (e.g. GoSystem, BNA Research software, BNA Income Tax Planner, Workstream).
  • Exposure to state and local tax issues with respect to any form of income tax return is valuable.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to effectively work in a team environment.
  • Detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects during periods with time sensitive deadlines.
  • Self-motivated with ability to work extended hours and be flexible to meet the work demands during tax season.

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

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