Top 1798 Tax Jobs in Illinois

Seasonal Tax Preparer
Thrive Wealth Group —Lincolnshire, IL
- $45 - $65 an hour
- Temporary
- CPA
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
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Accounting and Tax Associate
Obregon & Associates —Columbia, IL
- $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Bachelor's degree
- GAAP
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Tax Preparer
Sullivan and Johnson, Ltd. —Park Ridge, IL
- $60,000 - $100,000 a year
- Overtime
- Research
- Office
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior Tax Accounant
CFS —Chicago, IL
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
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Tax Manager
Distinct Recruitment —Lake Zurich, IL
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Accounting
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
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Indirect Tax Analyst II (100% Virtual/Remote)
US Foods, Inc. —Rosemont, IL
- $60,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Tax Analyst
Mars —Chicago, IL
- $82,748 - $113,779 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Tax Consultant
True Partners Consulting —Chicago, IL
- Research
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Onboarding Accounting Associate
Aprio —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Tax Paraprofessional - T&E [Trust & Estate]
CohnReznick —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Analysis skills
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
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Pre-Season Tax Professional
H&R Block —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 - $80.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Tax Director - Private Client Services
Andersen —Chicago, IL
- $166,000 - $280,000 a year
- 6 years
- CPA
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Payroll Specialist
Legence —Illinois
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Experienced Tax Professional – Remote Seasonal Opportunity
Elder Hanson & Company, Ltd —Naperville, IL
- $40 - $65 an hour
- Seasonal
- Remote
- 7 years
- CPA
- Research
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Senior Associate, Tax Compliance & Reporting
KANTAR —Chicago, IL
- $76,800 - $95,200 a year
- Extended hours
- Remote
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
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Associate Business Systems Analyst, Tax & Accounting
Wolters Kluwer —Riverwoods, IL
- $62,900 - $107,300 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Sr Tax Analyst
Sinch —Chicago, IL
- $123,000 - $154,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Research
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Tax Manager
Sikich —Chicago, IL
- $111,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Finance
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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Principal - Tax
Sikich —Chicago, IL
- $322,491 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Indirect Tax with OneSource / Vertex / Avalara
ITResonance —Naperville, IL
- Contract
- Remote
- Travel
- US work authorization
- Senior level
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Seasonal Tax Preparer

Thrive Wealth Group
Lincolnshire, IL

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Job Details

Temporary | Seasonal | Contract
$45 - $65 an hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Serving clients
Tax accountant experience
Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP)
Client communication
E-filing platforms
Retirement tax planning
Financial software
Financial statement preparation
Tax preparation software
Tax return processing
Certified Tax Planner (CTP)
Enrolled Agent
Tax experience

Full Job Description

Contracted/Seasonal Tax Preparer (1099) – January through April
Location: Northern Illinois / Southern Wisconsin + Remote Flexibility
Employment Type: 1099 Contractor (Seasonal)

About Us:
We are a premier financial planning firm specializing in retirement strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families. Our approach integrates income distribution, tax efficiency, healthcare planning, investment management, and legacy coordination. We take pride in delivering white-glove service and strategic expertise to clients transitioning into or living in retirement.

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Seasonal Tax Preparer to join our team during tax season (January through April). This role is responsible for preparing and filing personal federal and state tax returns for clients primarily located in Illinois, Wisconsin, and various states across the U.S. You’ll work closely with our financial advisors and operations team to ensure a seamless and highly personalized experience for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and file accurate and compliant federal and multi-state tax returns (primarily individual, occasional trust or estate returns)
Conduct virtual or in-person client tax appointments as needed
Analyze financial documents, retirement distributions, and investments to identify tax-saving opportunities
Collaborate with internal financial advisors to align tax strategies with retirement income plans
Maintain thorough documentation and clear communication with clients and team members
Ensure timely e-filing and follow-up on any IRS or state notices during the season

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of experience preparing individual tax returns
Active PTIN and knowledge of IRS e-file procedures
Proficient in tax preparation software (e.g., Drake, Lacerte, ProSeries, or similar)
Familiarity with tax implications of retirement income, RMDs, Social Security, pensions, annuities, and investment accounts
Ability to handle multi-state returns (IL, WI required; others a plus)
Strong communication and client-service skills
Enrolled Agent (EA), CPA, or AFSP designation preferred

Compensation:

Competitive per-return or hourly rate (based on experience and complexity)
1099 contractor status
Access to a collaborative, organized team with pre-scheduled client meetings and prepared documents

Schedule:

Seasonal contract: January – April
Flexible hours; combination of in-person and remote work may be available
Client meetings typically scheduled during normal business hours

To Apply:
Submit your resume and a short cover letter detailing your experience and availability for the upcoming tax season.

Job Types: Seasonal, Contract

Pay: $45.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:

tax preparation: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Enrolled Agent (Required)
CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Lincolnshire, IL 60069 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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