Tax Senior Jobs in Illinois
Tax Senior jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with consistent openings at public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services companies serving one of the country's largest business economies. Chicago leads hiring, followed by Naperville and Schaumburg, where firms like Deloitte, Grant Thornton, and Northern Trust maintain substantial Illinois presences. The most sought-after specializations include federal and state corporate tax compliance, partnership taxation, and tax provision under ASC 740. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.
EisnerAmper is seeking Tax Senior Associate to join the Private Client Services (PCS) team. We are seeking someone who thrives in a growing environment and providing clients with exceptional services.
What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:
- You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry
- You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
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You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards
- We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions
- We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation
- Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work
What Work You Will be Responsible For:
- Coordinate, plan, and supervise multiple engagements which include consulting, compliance, and tax planning services.
- Prepare federal, state, multi-state and international income tax returns.
- Conduct research and planning according to applicable tax laws and regulations.
- Appropriately respond to IRS and state tax notices.
- Communicate with clients as directed by Manager.
- Work as part of an integrated team.
- Assist with the training and mentoring of Interns and Associates.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent field
- 4+ years of recent tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or with a mix of public/private experience
- Experience preparing tax returns for individuals, trust/estates, and or entities
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Taxation or relevant field
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or parts passed towards completion, or IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Enrolled Agent Certification
- Experience using ProSystems FX, CCH Engagement, XCM or similar tax software
EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
About our Private Client Services (PCS) Team:
The EisnerAmper Private Client Services Team connects family owned, closely held businesses and high net worth individuals with the solutions they need to reach their short- and long-term financial goals. Operating within a culture where we hold each other accountable to our standards of teamwork, creativity, and a genuine care for each other, we not only solve our clients’ problems, but offer proactive solutions for the future.
As one of the largest and fastest-growing service lines at our firm, we try to make a big group feel smaller. We're known for presenting options and pathways for our employees to grow as professionals. Here, you can not only discover what you’re passionate about, but pursue it.
Working with businesses of all sizes and across every industry, our typical client is atypical. Because of this, it’s important that we can think like entrepreneurs ourselves to gain a true awareness of our clients and their businesses, along with their unique operational and personal dynamics.
About EisnerAmper:
EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with nearly 4,500 employees including 450 partners across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.
Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.
For Illinois candidates, the expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $95,000. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com
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Job Description
At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.
EisnerAmper is seeking Tax Senior Associate to join the Private Client Services (PCS) team. We are seeking someone who thrives in a growing environment and providing clients with exceptional services.
What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:
- You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry
- You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
-
You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards
- We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions
- We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation
- Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work
What Work You Will be Responsible For:
- Coordinate, plan, and supervise multiple engagements which include consulting, compliance, and tax planning services.
- Prepare federal, state, multi-state and international income tax returns.
- Conduct research and planning according to applicable tax laws and regulations.
- Appropriately respond to IRS and state tax notices.
- Communicate with clients as directed by Manager.
- Work as part of an integrated team.
- Assist with the training and mentoring of Interns and Associates.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent field
- 4+ years of recent tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or with a mix of public/private experience
- Experience preparing tax returns for individuals, trust/estates, and or entities
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Taxation or relevant field
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or parts passed towards completion, or IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Enrolled Agent Certification
- Experience using ProSystems FX, CCH Engagement, XCM or similar tax software
EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
About our Private Client Services (PCS) Team:
The EisnerAmper Private Client Services Team connects family owned, closely held businesses and high net worth individuals with the solutions they need to reach their short- and long-term financial goals. Operating within a culture where we hold each other accountable to our standards of teamwork, creativity, and a genuine care for each other, we not only solve our clients’ problems, but offer proactive solutions for the future.
As one of the largest and fastest-growing service lines at our firm, we try to make a big group feel smaller. We're known for presenting options and pathways for our employees to grow as professionals. Here, you can not only discover what you’re passionate about, but pursue it.
Working with businesses of all sizes and across every industry, our typical client is atypical. Because of this, it’s important that we can think like entrepreneurs ourselves to gain a true awareness of our clients and their businesses, along with their unique operational and personal dynamics.
About EisnerAmper:
EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with nearly 4,500 employees including 450 partners across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.
Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.
For Illinois candidates, the expected salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $95,000. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com
#LI-TW1
#LI-Hybrid
Preferred Location:
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Tax Senior Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BDO16
- Wipfli4
- Deloitte4
- KPMG3
- EisnerAmper3
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing11
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Technology & Software4
- Investment & Asset Management4
- Law & Legal Services1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax senior jobs across Illinois.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Illinois Board of Examiners required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited university
- Three or more years of public accounting or corporate tax experience at a senior level
- Proficiency in tax preparation and research software such as CCH Axcess, OneSource, or GoSystem
- Experience preparing or reviewing federal and multi-state corporate, partnership, or individual returns
- Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting and tax provision processes
Tax Senior Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax senior in Illinois?
Becoming a tax senior in Illinois starts with earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field and passing the CPA exam administered through the Illinois Board of Examiners, which oversees licensure in the state. Illinois requires candidates to complete the education and experience hours set by the Board before the CPA license is issued. Most employers expect candidates to hold or be actively pursuing their CPA, along with several years of tax-focused public accounting or corporate experience.
How much do tax seniors make in Illinois?
Tax seniors in Illinois earn a median of about $80,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,510 for the lowest 10% to over $131,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax seniors in Illinois?
Employers hiring tax seniors in Illinois right now include BDO, Wipfli, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's large concentration of regional and national accounting firms alongside major corporate headquarters in the Chicago area creates consistent demand for experienced tax professionals across both public and industry settings.
Which Illinois cities have the most tax senior jobs?
Chicago, Deerfield, and Lincolnshire have the most tax senior openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to the Illinois offices of every major public accounting firm and hundreds of corporate tax departments, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings tied to the dense corridor of company headquarters and regional finance centers in the Chicago suburbs.
Are there remote tax senior jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields, since tax senior work is largely analytical and document-based rather than requiring physical presence. About 80% of tax senior openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the broader flexibility accounting firms and corporate tax departments have adopted. Tax research, return review, and provision work tend to be the most remote-eligible components of the role.
How can I get hired as a tax senior in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a Chicago-area public accounting firm at the staff or associate level and working toward the tax senior title through promotion. Large Illinois employers like Deloitte, KPMG, and Grant Thornton run structured new-graduate programs that place candidates directly into tax practices with mentorship and CPA exam support built in. Moving laterally from an audit associate or financial reporting role is another recognized path. Sitting for the CPA exam early, even before licensure is complete, gives candidates a meaningful edge in a market where hiring managers treat the credential as a baseline.
Where can I find and apply to tax senior jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to tax senior jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the employer. No extra steps are needed to access the listings.
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