Distinct | North America · 1 week ago
Tax Manager
Distinct is a small, established CPA firm in downtown Chicago seeking a Tax Manager who can take ownership of work and client relationships. The role involves preparing tax returns, managing client relationships, and handling IRS and state notices, with a focus on complex individual work and trusts.
Responsibilities
Preparing returns
Managing client relationships
Handling IRS and state notices
Qualification
Required
Experience in preparing tax returns for high-net-worth individuals, complex 1040s tied to K-1s and hedge funds, trusts, partnerships, and other flow-through entities
Ability to manage client relationships and handle IRS and state notices
Comfortable operating independently and enjoys real client contact
Willingness to take ownership of work and client relationships
Ability to work in a hands-on role
Experience in a CPA firm environment
Availability to work 50-55 hours during busy season
Preferred
CPA or EA certification preferred
Experience with trust work is helpful but not a deal-breaker
Benefits
Summer Fridays
Hybrid working