Top 285 Tax accountant Jobs in Lake Forest Il

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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Tax Accountant
Weinberg Barton & Company —Evanston, IL
- $75,000 - $125,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Office
- QuickBooks
- Travel reimbursement
- Profit sharing
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9d
Tax Manager
CFS —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Office
- Employee stock purchase plan
Tax Manager
CFS —Chicago, IL
- $120,000 - $140,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- 5 years
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Senior Tax Accountant
Engtal —Itasca, IL
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- CPA
- Research
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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11d
Tax Entry Level Accountant 2027
WithumSmith+Brown —Lincolnshire, IL
- $62,000 - $90,000 a year
- Research
- Office
- Analysis skills
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5d
Tax Associate
Weiss & Company —Glenview, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Research
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Tax Analyst
Walgreens —Deerfield, IL
- $63,100 - $101,200 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
Tax Accountant
S & C Electric Company —Chicago, IL
- $73,920 - $97,885 a year
- Email
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- CPA
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Tax Analyst I
Wintrust Financial Corporation —Rosemont, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Analysis skills
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Tax Strategy Advisor
Savant —Lincolnshire, IL
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Tax Specialist - Filing
PAYLOCITY CORPORATION —Schaumburg, IL
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Analyst International Tax
Hollister Incorporated —Libertyville, IL
- $105,000 - $130,000 a year
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
TAX SENIOR
Recutify Inc. —Lincolnshire, IL
- Full-time
- 6 years
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Experienced Tax Accountant
Lerman Sweeney And Company LLP —Northbrook, IL
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
Full Level Tax Specialist
ADP —Schaumburg, IL
- $18.56 - $34.66 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
IRS Enrolled Agent
Nationwide Tax Care —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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10d
Tax Analyst
Hitachi —Schaumburg, IL
- $66,756 - $91,789 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- English
- Research
PAYROLL TAX MANAGER
Palco —Kenosha, WI
- Full-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Research
- 3 years
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
8d
TAX SENIOR
Netchain Technology LLC —Lincolnshire, IL
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Paid time off

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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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