Senior Tax Accountant

$40 - $50 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary to Hire
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 152379
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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Are you a driven tax professional ready to make a significant impact? We're seeking a passionate and highly skilled Senior Tax Accountant to join a thriving team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to dive into complex tax challenges, refine your expertise, and play a pivotal role in our client's financial success.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of tax operations, managing the preparation and review of federal and state tax returns, navigating intricate consolidations, and ensuring seamless compliance. You’ll also expand your skillset by supporting Indirect Tax functions, mastering sales and use tax, property tax, and beverage-related filings. You'll collaborate closely with finance and business units, gaining invaluable cross-functional experience.

Why This Senior Tax Accountant Role is Exceptional:
  • Directly influence our financial reporting and strategic tax planning
  • Expand your knowledge in both income and indirect tax, with exposure to ASC 740 and complex tax provisions
  • Utilize OneSource and other advanced tax analytics tools
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, agile setting where your contributions are valued
  • Enjoy a balanced work-life with our 3-day onsite hybrid model
  • Work alongside talented professionals and build strong cross-functional relationships

Senior Tax Accountant Responsibilities:
  • Master the preparation and filing of U.S. federal and state income tax returns using OneSource, collaborating with external providers.
  • Contribute to the preparation and review of our worldwide ASC 740 tax provision and related financial statement disclosures.
  • Proactively manage estimated tax payments, extensions, and notices, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Resolve income tax notices from the IRS and states efficiently, minimizing potential risks.
  • Support federal and state income tax audits, gaining invaluable experience in tax controversy.
  • Ensure accurate GAAP reporting through meticulous tax account reconciliations and journal entries.
  • Prepare and file non-income tax returns, broadening your expertise in various tax domains.
  • Conduct in-depth tax research and provide strategic recommendations on complex tax issues.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring and communicating key tax legislative and regulatory developments.
  • Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency, leveraging your analytical skills.
  • Support diverse Indirect tax projects and initiatives.

Senior Tax Accountant Requirements:
  • 3+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally within a public accounting environment
  • A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (preferred), with a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Deep understanding of income tax compliance, reporting, transfer pricing, and controversy
  • Exceptional ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment, managing competing priorities with ease
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience in cross-functional collaboration
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and tax analytics
  • Unwavering attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Ready to elevate your tax career? Apply now and become a vital part of this innovative team as their next Senior Tax Accountant!

Thank you,


Allee Struve
Recruiting Lead – Management Consulting
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

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