KSM

Tax

TaxManager

Chicago, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Tax Manager at KSM. Skills: accounting, tax, client management, staff supervision, tax preparation. managing multiple projects and client engagements simultaneously. scheduling, staffing and coordinating engagement workflow”

Industry & Context.

Tax
Problems you'll solve

Anticipates problem areas of engagement and develops procedures to address those problems; keeps supervisors informed of important developments and recommends solutions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

A minimum of five years of experience in accounting and tax, demonstrating a progression in complexity, scope and number of engagements managed., Bachelors or Master's degree in accounting., Minimum of forty hours of continuing professional education is required each year to maintain and develop technical and business skills., A current and valid certified public accountant's license is required., Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants., Proficiency in use of computers and various accounting and tax computer software.

Nice to Have

Demonstrated ability to bring in new business to a CPA firm.

What You'll Do.

managing multiple projects and client engagements simultaneously

staffing and coordinating engagement workflow

Develops and trains staff

firm practice development efforts

develop advanced technical knowledge

develop management skills

Maintains contact with clients

thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of client's business

schedules and staffs engagements using firm policies and procedures

Supervises staff and provides on-the-job reviews

supervisory reviews of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of complexity

Assumes tax preparation responsibility for the more complex business returns

Delegates and manages governmental tax

represent the client before the appropriate tax authorities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Acts as liaison between partners, clients and staff; collaboration; team that genuinely cares about your success; collective success; new ideas are welcomed; different perspectives are valued

Communication Scope

Communicates progress of engagements, problems and resolutions to client through written and oral correspondences.; communicates details of fees to clients

Process & Methodology

managing multiple projects and client engagements simultaneously, scheduling, staffing and coordinating engagement workflow, Plans, schedules and staffs engagements using firm policies and procedures, Delegates and manages governmental tax

Full Job Description

_**Job Description:**_ We’re KSM, one of the top 50 largest independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the United States. But more than our size, it’s our people and culture that set us apart. We believe great things happen when people are supported, challenged, and given the freedom to do their very best work. That’s why we’ve built a workplace where your career and personal life can thrive together – where you have the flexibility to manage your time, the resources to grow, and a team that genuinely cares about your success. We’ve been employee-owned since 2001, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. This ownership mentality fosters a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence – where new ideas are welcomed, different perspectives are valued, and you’re encouraged to explore what excites you most. Whether you’re expanding your skills, tackling new challenges, or making an impact beyond the office, we provide the resources and support to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. At KSM, your contributions matter – not just to the firm, but to your colleagues, clients, and the communities we serve across the U.S. If you’re looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow in ways that align with what’s most important to you, we’d love to meet you. # **Position Summary:** Acts as liaison between partners, clients and staff in our Chicago/Deerfield office. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects and client engagements simultaneously while scheduling, staffing and coordinating engagement workflow. Develops and trains staff. Major involvement in firm practice development efforts, develop advanced technical knowledge, and management skills. Ability to make decisions. Ability to effectively delegate work. # **Responsibilities:** * Possesses a complete knowledge of the Firm's philosophy on financial, tax, and consulting matters, work quality and application of professional and

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