Tax Analyst Jobs in Illinois
Tax Analyst jobs in Illinois are actively in demand, with concentrations in corporate tax, state and local tax compliance, and financial services across employers ranging from entry-level staff through senior and manager roles. Chicago anchors the market as one of the busiest hiring metros in the country for tax talent, with secondary volume in Naperville and Schaumburg driven by corporate headquarters corridors. Well-established Illinois employers including Walgreens, United Airlines, and Archer Daniels Midland consistently hire tax analysts across federal compliance, indirect tax, and transfer pricing specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $103,500 to $115,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Primary Purpose of Position
The State and Local Tax Senior Analyst ("SALT Senior") applies state and local tax knowledge in assisting with state and local tax audits, aiding in tax decisions, identifying tax planning opportunities and risks, and implementing tax planning. This individual researches various state tax issues to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the tax law and documents the analysis and conclusions. The SALT Senior reviews state tax returns and supporting schedules to confirm that the appropriate positions are taken, assists with the corporate-wide state income/franchise, property tax, and transaction tax issues, and drafts a wide range of state and local tax memoranda. Stays abreast of state and local tax developments and informs team members of the same.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Investigates and resolves technical state tax issues, including those related to tax returns, planning strategies, and examinations by state tax authorities; gathers data, formulates position statements, and coordinates or negotiates during audits.
- Assists with the implementation of complex state tax planning strategies and addresses a broad range of related issues, leveraging technical knowledge to identify opportunities to minimize the company's state tax burden.
- Reviews tax workpapers, schedules, reports, and correspondence, as well as state tax returns and payments, to ensure compliance and proper accounting for state income taxes.
- Researches complex state tax matters to determine the most appropriate and advantageous treatment under applicable laws, including preparation of supporting memoranda (e.g., ASC 740).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-years of experience in state sales/use and/or income/franchise tax consulting and planning, or 4-years of overall experience including 2-years with a large public accounting or tax consulting firm in a similar role
- Gathers data, formulates position statements, coordinates, or negotiates with respect to examinations by state tax authorities.
- In-depth knowledge of state tax laws, rules, and regulations
- Excellent research, analysis, and writing/verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to collaborate and foster relationships within the Tax team and with key functions such as Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Treasury
- Demonstrated experience in supervising administrative personnel and interns in alignment with organizational needs
- Advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Big-4 experience or large CPA firm experience
Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $103,500 to $115,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
Primary Purpose of Position
The State and Local Tax Senior Analyst ("SALT Senior") applies state and local tax knowledge in assisting with state and local tax audits, aiding in tax decisions, identifying tax planning opportunities and risks, and implementing tax planning. This individual researches various state tax issues to arrive at the most advantageous and proper treatment under the tax law and documents the analysis and conclusions. The SALT Senior reviews state tax returns and supporting schedules to confirm that the appropriate positions are taken, assists with the corporate-wide state income/franchise, property tax, and transaction tax issues, and drafts a wide range of state and local tax memoranda. Stays abreast of state and local tax developments and informs team members of the same.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Investigates and resolves technical state tax issues, including those related to tax returns, planning strategies, and examinations by state tax authorities; gathers data, formulates position statements, and coordinates or negotiates during audits.
- Assists with the implementation of complex state tax planning strategies and addresses a broad range of related issues, leveraging technical knowledge to identify opportunities to minimize the company's state tax burden.
- Reviews tax workpapers, schedules, reports, and correspondence, as well as state tax returns and payments, to ensure compliance and proper accounting for state income taxes.
- Researches complex state tax matters to determine the most appropriate and advantageous treatment under applicable laws, including preparation of supporting memoranda (e.g., ASC 740).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-years of experience in state sales/use and/or income/franchise tax consulting and planning, or 4-years of overall experience including 2-years with a large public accounting or tax consulting firm in a similar role
- Gathers data, formulates position statements, coordinates, or negotiates with respect to examinations by state tax authorities.
- In-depth knowledge of state tax laws, rules, and regulations
- Excellent research, analysis, and writing/verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to collaborate and foster relationships within the Tax team and with key functions such as Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Treasury
- Demonstrated experience in supervising administrative personnel and interns in alignment with organizational needs
- Advanced degree in a relevant discipline
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Big-4 experience or large CPA firm experience
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Tax Analyst Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Agriculture & Farming
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax analyst jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- CPA license or active CPA exam candidacy strongly preferred by Illinois employers
- Proficiency in federal and Illinois state tax compliance and reporting
- Experience with corporate tax software such as OneSource or Corptax
- Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting for public and private companies
- Familiarity with Illinois Department of Revenue filing requirements and apportionment rules
Tax Analyst Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax analyst in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance as the foundation. From there, pursuing a CPA license through the Illinois Board of Examiners is the most recognized credential in the state, requiring passage of the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting Illinois's education and experience requirements. Many candidates enter corporate tax teams directly after graduation, often starting in compliance or provision roles before moving into specialized areas like state and local tax or transfer pricing.
Which companies hire tax analysts in Illinois?
Employers hiring tax analysts in Illinois right now include Constellation Energy, Aon, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, particularly along the I-88 technology and corporate corridor west of Chicago, means large multinationals with complex domestic and international tax needs drive consistent year-round openings.
Which Illinois cities have the most tax analyst jobs?
Chicago, Rosemont, and Deerfield account for the largest share of tax analyst openings in Illinois. Chicago leads by a wide margin as the state's financial and corporate headquarters hub, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract significant volume from the suburban office campuses of major national and multinational corporations that have located their back-office and finance functions outside the city center.
Are there remote tax analyst jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. Tax analysis is a desk-based, document-driven role that translates well to remote work, making it one of the more flexible professional functions in finance. About 67% of tax analyst openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted flexible arrangements for this work. Compliance preparation, tax provision work, and research tasks are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a tax analyst in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff tax or tax associate role at a public accounting firm in Chicago, where firms including the Big Four and regional Illinois practices run structured new-graduate programs that build compliance and provision skills quickly. Candidates with an accounting degree who are actively sitting for the CPA exam hold a clear advantage. Adjacent roles in accounts payable, general ledger accounting, or financial reporting at Illinois-based corporations also serve as common lateral entry points into in-house tax teams.
Where can I find and apply to tax analyst jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to tax analyst jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Chicago, the suburban metro, and downstate employers. Find roles that match your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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