Tax Services Manager Jobs in Illinois
Tax services manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in public accounting, corporate tax departments, and financial services firms, with openings at every level from newly licensed senior associate through director-track manager. Chicago is the dominant hiring center, alongside suburban hubs in Schaumburg and Naperville, where large employers including Deloitte, Grant Thornton, and Equity Commonwealth maintain significant tax practices. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois are federal and state income tax compliance, ASC 740 tax provision, and multistate 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 Services Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BDO21
- EisnerAmper6
- Deloitte3
- Citrin Cooperman3
- EY2
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing12
- Technology & Software8
- Investment & Asset Management2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax services manager jobs across Illinois.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Illinois Board of Examiners required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or closely related field
- Five or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax
- Demonstrated expertise in federal and state corporate income tax compliance
- Experience reviewing ASC 740 tax provisions and managing tax provision processes
- Strong supervisory background managing and developing junior tax staff
Tax Services Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax services manager in Illinois?
The standard path starts with passing the CPA exam and obtaining licensure through the Illinois Board of Examiners, which oversees CPA certification in the state. Most hiring firms require a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or taxation alongside that license. Candidates typically build several years in public accounting or a corporate tax department, progressing through senior associate and supervisor roles before stepping into a manager position. The Enrolled Agent credential is a recognized alternative for candidates focused on federal tax work.
How much do tax services managers make in Illinois?
Tax services 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 services managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring tax services managers in Illinois right now include BDO, EisnerAmper, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Big Four and regional accounting firm offices in Chicago, combined with the corporate headquarters of major financial services and manufacturing companies in the suburbs, keeps demand for experienced tax managers consistently active.
Which Illinois cities have the most tax services manager jobs?
The cities with the most tax services manager openings in Illinois are Chicago, Elgin, and Moline. Chicago drives the largest share of postings because of its density of accounting firm offices, bank holding companies, and Fortune 500 headquarters, while suburban markets like Schaumburg and Naperville draw openings from the major corporate campuses and regional firm offices concentrated along the I-90 and I-88 corridors.
Are there remote tax services manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most finance roles, since tax compliance and review work is highly document-driven and well-suited to remote delivery. About 75% of tax services manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a shift that accelerated across public accounting and corporate tax functions. Client-facing advisory work and team supervision tend to anchor roles to at least a hybrid schedule, while pure compliance and provision review roles are most likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a tax services manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is joining a public accounting firm at the staff or senior associate level, where firms including regional Illinois practices and Big Four Chicago offices run structured associate programs that bring in new graduates and career changers. From there, promotion into a manager role typically follows three to five years of hands-on compliance and review work. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as tax analyst, tax accountant, or financial auditor can make a lateral move by pairing that experience with a CPA license through the Illinois Board of Examiners, which is the credential that most hiring managers treat as non-negotiable.
Where can I find and apply to tax services manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to tax services manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services employers. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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