Tax Accountant Job at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS), Arlington Heights, IL

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  • Creative Financial Staffing (CFS)
  • Arlington Heights, IL

Job Description

💰 $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

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