Tax Accountant

Evanston, IL

Hybrid

An established Evanston accounting and bookkeeping firm is seeking an experienced TaxAccountant to join the team in a key long-term role. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA who wants meaningful client exposure, a flexible hybrid schedule, and the chance to become part of a respected small firm’s future growth and succession plan.

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals and closely held businesses
• Support clients across LLCs, S corporations, trusts, and related entities
• Work with QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, tax software, and Excel
• Help manage workflow across a diverse portfolio of tax and accounting engagements
• Deliver responsive, high-touch service in a relationship-driven firm

• CPA license required
• 8–10 years of tax and accounting experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of tax software
• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Online
• Solid Excel skills
• Local candidate preferred for a hybrid schedule

• Diverse work across small business, individual, and trust tax matters
• Strong client relationships and boutique-level service
• Low-key, professional environment
• Hybrid flexibility
• Real long-term career potential with an established firm

• Safe harbor 401(k)
• Profit-sharing plan
• Immediate vesting
• Health insurance support with flexibility based on candidate needs
• Discretionary bonus opportunity

$75,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Evanston, IL 60201