Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Illinois
Tax Senior Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in public accounting, corporate tax, and financial services across firms and enterprises at every level from high-potential senior associates stepping up to seasoned managers leading large teams. Chicago is the dominant market, joined by secondary hubs in Naperville and Schaumburg, where companies like Deloitte, Grant Thornton, and Caterpillar maintain significant Illinois operations and hire tax senior managers on a recurring basis. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois listings are federal and state corporate tax compliance, ASC 740 income tax accounting, and international tax planning. 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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Tax Senior Manager 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 manager jobs across Illinois.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a closely related field
- Seven or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or a corporate tax department
- Demonstrated expertise in federal and state corporate income tax compliance and reporting
- Proficiency in ASC 740 tax provision preparation and review for financial statement purposes
- Experience managing and mentoring tax staff, seniors, and associates on client or department engagements
Tax Senior Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax senior manager in Illinois?
The standard path begins with a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or taxation, followed by passing the CPA exam and obtaining an active CPA license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Most Illinois employers expect candidates to have built their experience in public accounting firms or large corporate tax departments, progressing through staff, senior, and manager levels before reaching the senior manager title. Deep technical knowledge in corporate tax compliance and ASC 740 accelerates that progression significantly.
How much do tax senior managers make in Illinois?
Tax senior managers 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 senior managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring tax senior managers in Illinois right now include BDO, Wipfli, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large regional accounting firms means demand is consistent year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Illinois cities have the most tax senior manager jobs?
Chicago, Deerfield, and Lincolnshire have the most tax senior manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of listings as the home of major accounting firm offices and corporate headquarters, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings tied to the large financial services, manufacturing, and technology companies anchored along the Interstate 88 corridor west of the city.
Are there remote tax senior manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 80% of tax senior manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the largely analytical and advisory nature of the work. Tax compliance, ASC 740 review, and tax planning work are the functions most frequently offered with remote or hybrid flexibility by Illinois employers.
How can I get hired as a tax senior manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a large Illinois public accounting firm at the staff or senior associate level and working toward the manager title internally. Chicago offices of firms like RSM, BDO, and regional mid-market firms regularly recruit through university recruiting programs at institutions such as the University of Illinois and DePaul University. Building proficiency in corporate tax compliance and pursuing your Illinois CPA license early are the credentials that give candidates the clearest advantage when moving into a manager track.
Where can I find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to tax senior manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services companies. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location preferences, and apply directly through the listing.
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