About this opportunity
Orion Placement lists this Tax Managing Director opportunity in township of schaumburg, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Lead and shape the tax practice of an established public accounting firm
Take ownership of complex, high-value tax engagements and trusted client relationships
Mentor talented tax professionals while influencing firmwide standards and strategy
Advise individuals and businesses on sophisticated tax planning, compliance, and long-term financial decisions
Earn additional upside through an annual bonus program and commission opportunity on qualifying new business
Join a stable, professional environment where leadership, technical expertise, and client impact are highly valued
Location: Schaumburg, Illinois. This is a hybrid leadership role. During the approximately 13-week busy season, the position is fully in office. Outside busy season, the typical schedule is four days in office and one remote day, contingent on meeting individual billable-hour goals.
Note: A current CPA license, 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, and strong client-facing communication skills are required. Candidates must have experience working in a CPA firm environment.
About Us
We are an established Illinois public accounting firm known for delivering thoughtful, responsive tax and advisory services to individuals and businesses. Our team combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative, relationship-driven approach, helping clients address today's needs while planning proactively for the future. We value professionalism, quality work, accountability, and long-term client relationships. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
Lead complex individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax engagements from planning through final review
Provide proactive tax planning, research, consulting, and strategic guidance to clients
Review complex tax returns and ensure accuracy, compliance, quality, and timely delivery
Manage and mentor tax professionals while overseeing workflow, performance, and technical standards
Build trusted relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities to expand services
Research complex federal, state, and local tax matters and communicate practical recommendations
Monitor evolving tax laws and regulations and help ensure the firm remains technically current
Collaborate with firm leadership on practice strategy, operational improvements, and growth initiatives
Participate in business development, professional networking, and client relationship expansion
Manage competing priorities effectively during busy season while maintaining high professional standards
Qualifications
Active CPA license required
5+ years of directly relevant public accounting tax experience
Current or recent CPA firm experience required
Strong knowledge of individual, corporate, partnership, and trust taxation
Experience with tax planning, compliance, technical review, and tax research
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or team management experience
Excellent written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
Proficiency with professional tax software, accounting tools, Microsoft Excel, and related technology
Advanced degree in taxation, accounting, or a related discipline preferred
Business development and professional networking experience preferred
Why You Will Love Working Here
Meaningful leadership role with direct influence over clients, people, and practice growth
Exposure to sophisticated tax matters and diverse client needs
Opportunity to mentor professionals and help shape a high-performing tax team
Strong emphasis on quality, professionalism, and long-term client relationships
Hybrid flexibility outside busy season for professionals achieving performance expectations
Annual bonus opportunity plus additional commission potential tied to qualifying business development
Stable firm environment with room to make a visible impact
JPC-2362
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Worksite address
township of schaumburg, IL, 60159, US
Who can apply
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