Job Description

Tax Accountant

• Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually

• Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision; Safe Harbor 401(k) with 3% employer contribution

• Location: Chicago, IL 60657

• Work Model: Fully onsite, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (with approximately 50-hour weeks during busy season)

LaSalle Network is hiring for a confidential client seeking a Tax Accountant to join a growing public accounting firm in Chicago. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a tax professional who wants more than a siloed role. You’ll work directly alongside firm ownership, gain broad tax experience and have a clear path toward future leadership and potential partnership.

• Prepare and review individual, partnership, S-Corp, corporate, trust and estate tax returns

• Work directly with clients to gather information, answer questions and communicate tax-related matters

• Support tax engagements across real estate, nonprofit and other industries

• Collaborate closely with firm partners and senior professionals

• Use accounting and tax software, including QuickBooks and UltraTax

• Take ownership of client relationships and contribute to the firm's continued growth

• Develop your technical and client-facing skills through hands-on mentorship

What's needed?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field

• Public accounting tax experience

• CPA eligible or actively pursuing a CPA license

• Strong accounting fundamentals and knowledge of tax concepts

• Experience with individual, partnership, S-Corp, corporate, trust or estate returns

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a small-office environment

• Coachable, proactive personality with an interest in long-term growth

What's in it for me?

• $80,000-$90,000 salary

• 100% employer-paid health care

• Safe Harbor 401(k) with 3% employer contribution

• Direct mentorship from firm ownership

• Broad exposure to multiple tax specialties

• Clear path toward future leadership and potential partnership

• Flexible, relationship-driven environment outside of tax season

• Casual dress code and no corporate atmosphere

• Strong work-life balance, with approximately 50-hour weeks during busy season

If you're ready to build your tax career alongside experienced firm leaders rather than getting lost in a large organization, this Tax Accountant opportunity could be your next move. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity and take the next step toward long-term growth in public accounting.

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