Tax Manager
CFS
Oakbrook, IL
Tax Manager
$120,000 – $130,000
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Tax Manager to lead our growing tax function. This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring compliance across all tax areas while driving tax planning strategies that align with our business goals.
If you’re a CPA with a solid foundation in corporate tax, multi-state filings, and ASC 740—and you're ready to step into a strategic leadership role—this could be the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Do as a Tax Manager:
Lead the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and individuals
Own and drive tax planning initiatives to optimize the company’s overall tax position
Ensure ongoing compliance with evolving federal and state tax regulations
Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and tax advisors
Lead the company’s response to IRS and state audits—including documentation and communication
Oversee ASC 740 reporting and collaborate with accounting teams during close processes
Mentor and guide junior tax team members, helping them grow and develop
Identify opportunities to improve and automate tax processes and internal controls
What the company needs in a Tax Manager:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred)
CPA certification required
5+ years of progressive tax experience, including prior supervisory responsibilities
Strong technical knowledge of corporate tax, multi-state taxation, and tax accounting standards
Hands-on experience with tax tools and software (e.g., OneSource, CCH, Vertex) and ERP systems
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Why take a Tax Manager role with this company?
Be a key player in a growing, financially strong organization
Opportunity to own the tax function and contribute strategically
Work-life balance with a supportive, collaborative team
Competitive salary + strong benefits
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MaxSalary: USD130000
MinSalary: USD120000
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.