Tax Accountant
CFS
Mount Prospect, IL
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
MaxSalary: USD87500
MinSalary: USD75000
About the Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.