Tax Manager - Remote

Why Join Us?$110,000–$160,000 annual salary, depending on experience and qualificationsRemote work environmentPaid vacation and holidaysSIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company matchProfessional development and continuing educationTechnology-forward systems and processesCollaborative team environment with virtual team-building social activitiesOpportunities for professional growth and increased responsibilityPosition OverviewWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Tax Manager to prepare and review a broad range of individual, business, estate, and trust income tax returns; provide tax planning and consulting services; manage client relationships; and mentor tax staff. | Naperville, ILFull-time | Remote | $110,000–$160,000 | CPA or EA requiredElder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is a well-established, small CPA firm based in downtown Naperville, Illinois,with a collaborative team working primarily in a remote environment.

Tax Manager – RemoteElder Hanson & Company, Ltd. | Naperville, ILFull-time | Remote | $110,000–$160,000 | CPA or EA requiredElder Hanson & Company, Ltd. is a well-established, small CPA firm based in downtown Naperville, Illinois,with a collaborative team working primarily in a remote environment. We are seeking an experienced, full-time remote Tax Manager to join our growing firm.This position offers the opportunity to work directly with firm leadership and clients, take meaningful responsibility for client engagements, and contribute to a close-knit team while working remotely in a certified public accounting firm.Our mission is to make our clients' lives better through technology-driven, personalized accounting and tax services. We primarily serve closely held professional service businesses and their owners, as well as individuals, trusts, and estates. Our services include income tax planning and preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement reporting on the income tax basis, and business consulting.Why Join Us?$110,000–$160,000 annual salary, depending on experience and qualificationsRemote work environmentPaid vacation and holidaysSIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company matchProfessional development and continuing educationTechnology-forward systems and processesCollaborative team environment with virtual team-building social activitiesOpportunities for professional growth and increased responsibilityPosition OverviewWe are looking for an experienced and motivated Tax Manager to prepare and review a broad range of individual, business, estate, and trust income tax returns; provide tax planning and consulting services; manage client relationships; and mentor tax staff.The ideal candidate has strong technical tax knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience working with a variety of tax clients and return types. Experience in a small or mid-sized public accounting firm is highly valued.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare complex individual, business, estate, and trust income tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1120-S, 1065, 1120, and 1041Manage and review individual, business, estate, and trust income tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1120-S, 1065, 1120, and 1041Prepare and review individual, business, estate, and trust income tax return projectionsManage multiple client engagements and maintain proactive client communicationResearch complex federal and state income tax issues and develop practical solutionsIdentify and communicate tax planning opportunities and recommendations to clientsReview financial statements and accounting records, including income tax basis financial statementsMentor and provide technical guidance to staff and senior accountantsAssist with workflow planning, process improvement, and engagement profitabilityStay current with changes in federal and state tax laws and communicate relevant developments to clients and staffQualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, or related field requiredActive CPA or EA license required7+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including substantial tax preparation and review experienceStrong technical knowledge of individual, S corporation, partnership, estate, and trust taxationExperience preparing and reviewing Form 1041 estate and trust income tax returnsStrong tax research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookExperience with Lacerte, QuickBooks Online, and other tax and accounting software is a plusIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a knowledgeable, dependable, detail-oriented, and proactive tax professional who enjoys working directly with clients, researching tax topics, providing practical tax advice, and helping develop less-experienced team members.If you are an experienced CPA or EA looking for an opportunity to grow your career with a supportive, technology-forward CPA firm, we would like to hear from you.Apply today using our quick, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to connecting with you!

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