Crucial Hire · 2 weeks ago
Trust Tax Manager
Aurora, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yrCrucial Hire is a growing firm combining tax, planning, and advisory services, seeking a Senior Tax Manager to manage complex entity returns. The role emphasizes building trusted client relationships and providing steady leadership in a collaborative, remote-first environment.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Zach Nold (Crucial Hire)
Responsibilities
Owning and guiding Partnership (1065) and S-Corporation (1120S) returns
Leading client tax planning, projections, and advisory conversations
Serving as a trusted, steady presence for long-standing client relationships
Partnering closely with both the tax team and advisory colleagues
Mentoring and coaching staff as they grow
Providing leadership through influence (no direct reports on day one)
Qualification
Required
Strong entity tax experience and sound technical judgment
Enjoys client interaction and can explain complex tax matters clearly
Communicates early, shows up on time, and dislikes surprises
Coaches others without ego
Looking for a long-term home, not another short stop
Benefits
Health insurance premiums are age-banded under the firm’s plan, which is common among smaller organizations.
Company
Crucial Hire
Crucial Hire is an executive search firm specialized in Human Resources placement, providing contract, contingency and retained search.
Founded in 2016
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Zach Nold
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