Tax Manager
Prosperity Partners
$110,000 - $170,000 / year
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Description
Tax Manager
Prosperity Partners ("Prosperity") is a Chicago-headquartered professional services firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, transaction advisory and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States and private equity backing, Prosperity is seeking an energetic, experienced Tax Manager to support our growing tax practice. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, exceptional leadership qualities and at least six years' public accounting experience.
The candidate will be a tax generalist that manages tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust federal and state income tax returns, researches and analyzes multifaceted tax issues, identifies and implements tax planning and consulting opportunities, and works closely with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions. Excellent communication skills are valued as candidates will frequently draft memos and correspond with clients and taxing authorities. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn from an entire team of talented tax professionals as well as develop younger Associates. Applicants with the requisite skill set will have opportunities for annual advancement.
We accept resumes consistent with the following background and ability:
- Minimum of six years’ experience at a regional, national or multi-national accounting firm;
- An accounting degree from an accredited four-year university;
- CPA certification required;
- A strong ability to manage client and internal expectations, grow client relationships and lead staff;
- Prior experience supervising and training staff – a leader among peers;
- Experience with CCH Axcess tax software is helpful but not required;
- Excellent analytical and technical skills, including exposure to family office, multi-state, and flow-through taxation;
- Capable of performing tax research and finding solutions to complicated issues;
- Success in prior work experience with the ability to self-manage & prioritize assignments and client interface;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills;
- Comfortable speaking or presenting in front of clients and peers.
Prosperity Partners is a people-focused professional services business with a strong culture, talented professionals, and exceptional clients. We offer a dynamic environment, significant growth opportunities, equity participation, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. We are seeking a leader who combines financial rigor with strong interpersonal skills and who is excited to help shape the future of a rapidly growing national company.
About this role
Prosperity Partners, a Chicago-based professional services firm backed by private equity, is looking for a Tax Manager to lead and expand its tax practice across a diverse client base that includes dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. You would manage complex federal and state income tax preparation, conduct sophisticated tax research and planning, support M&A transactions alongside the lead tax partner, and mentor junior staff—all while building client relationships and communicating regularly with both clients and taxing authorities through written memos and presentations.
This role requires at least six years of public accounting experience at a regional, national, or multinational firm, a CPA license, and an accounting degree. You should be comfortable with multi-state and flow-through taxation, have demonstrated success supervising and training staff, and possess strong analytical skills to solve complicated tax issues. Prior experience with family office taxation and CCH Axcess software is valued, though the latter is not required. The position is in-office in Chicago and offers a salary range of $110,000 to $170,000, along with equity participation, competitive benefits, and opportunities for annual advancement as the firm grows.
Typical pay for this role
$120,000
Typical range: $100,000 to $140,000
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