Tax Services Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
Tax Services Manager jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the Magnificent Mile corridor across public accounting, financial services, and corporate tax functions. Leading employers include BDO, Crowe LLP, and Deloitte. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:
At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.
Job Description:
Crowe is growing its global tax footprint and is seeking a dynamic International Tax Manager to join our expanding Lead Tax Services group. In this key leadership role, you will be part of a highly skilled and collaborative tax team responsible for delivering comprehensive international tax solutions to a diverse client base.
You will lead engagements involving international tax planning, compliance, and consulting, including the coordination of services with international member firms. Responsibilities include researching complex cross-border tax issues, identifying planning opportunities, and overseeing the preparation and review of international tax forms and disclosures. This position also involves managing and mentoring a team of professionals with deep expertise in international taxation, while ensuring the delivery of high-quality client service in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
As an International Tax Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
Research international tax issues and opportunities
Lead and coordinate the tax services of Crowe Global member firms when consulted
Lead, supervise, and review the preparation of all forms and disclosures in connection with the international compliance practice
Develop and present tax planning strategies for multinational corporations to client executives
Facilitate the implementation of International Tax projects including identifying, understanding, communicating and leading projects from inception to completion
Collaborate with individuals within other tax delivery units and Crowe Global to provide an exceptional client experience
Develop a high performing team of professionals with expertise in international taxation
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, Masters in Taxation or LLM preferred
CPA or JD required
5+ years of previous public accounting tax experience
Strong federal tax background including; consolidated C corporation, partnership, S corporation, FAS 109, FIN 48, and a basic understanding of mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring
Solid international tax skills including experience with inbound and outbound foreign investment including, but not limited to, IC-DISC's, transfer pricing, foreign tax credit calculations, subpart F issues and calculations, and all international reporting and compliance matters
Strong organizational and management skills
This position operates in a hybrid work environment that balances remote flexibility with regular in-person collaboration.
This role follows a hybrid work model for candidates located near a Crowe office. Candidates who are not within commuting distance of a Crowe office may be considered for a remote work arrangement, subject to business needs.
We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $95,500.00 - $195,400.00 per year.
Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.
Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Crowe LLP does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.
Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.
We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.
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Who's Hiring
- BDO7

- Crowe LLP7

- Deloitte6

- KPMG4

- EY2

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- Accounting & Auditing20
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Technology & Software7
- Investment & Asset Management7
- Law & Legal Services1
Tax Services Manager Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a tax services manager job in Chicago?
The strongest path is targeting Chicago's dense cluster of Big Four and regional accounting firms in the Loop, along with the corporate tax departments of the financial services, insurance, and professional services firms headquartered downtown. Candidates with CPA licensure, partnership tax experience, or expertise in multistate compliance stand out. Networking through the Illinois CPA Society's Chicago chapter events and cultivating referrals from former colleagues at local firms accelerates the search considerably.
Which companies hire tax services managers in Chicago?
Companies currently hiring tax services managers in Chicago include BDO, Crowe LLP, and Deloitte, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's market is shaped by a mix of global accounting firms with large downtown offices, major insurance carriers, and Fortune 500 corporate tax departments, all of which recruit at the manager level on a recurring basis.
Are there remote tax services manager jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though with limits: tax services manager roles are moderately remote-friendly for advisory and compliance review work, but client-facing and team leadership duties often require in-office or on-site presence. About 25% of tax services manager openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid schedules most common among the downtown accounting and financial services employers. Federal and state tax research and review tasks are the most frequently performed remotely in Chicago-area roles.
How can I get a tax services manager job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is joining a regional or mid-tier accounting firm in the Loop or River North as a senior tax associate and building toward manager promotion internally. Chicago's large population of public accounting firms, including regional players strong in manufacturing and real estate clients, regularly promote from within. Gaining exposure to Illinois-specific multistate filing and Chicago business tax requirements early, and pursuing CPA licensure while in a senior associate role, makes promotion to manager far more attainable locally.
Which industries hire the most tax services managers in Chicago?
Chicago tax services manager roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's position as a hub for commodities trading, insurance, and professional services means these sectors generate consistent demand for tax managers who can handle complex entity structures and multistate compliance.
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