Distro

Worldwide talent sourcing, interviewing, payroll automation

Tax Manager

Tax AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChicago, IL, USA$150k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
A Certified Public Accountant or Enrolled Agent designation is required.
At least 7 years of progressive tax experience, including 2–3 years in a managerial or review role, is required.
Strong technical knowledge of tax compliance and planning for S-corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals is required.
Proficiency with tax software such as CCH ProSystem fx, Engagement, and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and develop team members is required.

Responsibilities

Lead and review complex federal and state tax returns, including individual (1040), S-corporation, partnership, and trust returns.
Provide high-level tax planning and consulting to clients, particularly closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Research complex tax matters and deliver clear, actionable guidance.
Serve as a primary point of contact for client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and trust.
Manage Internal Revenue Service and state tax authority correspondence and resolution.
Mentor and supervise junior tax staff, supporting training and performance growth.
Collaborate cross-functionally with audit and advisory teams to provide comprehensive client service.
Identify and pursue opportunities for tax planning and business development.

Desired Qualifications

A Master's degree in Taxation is a plus.
Experience with real estate entities and investment partnerships is highly preferred.
A collaborative mindset and drive to contribute to firm growth and client success are desired.

Salary Range: 150000 to 150000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

• Position: Tax Manager — Chicago, IL (Remote/Hybrid)

• Company: Selden Fox — premier mid-sized public accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. 40+ years of success; recognized for client service, technical excellence, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Consistently ranked among Crain's Chicago Business Best Places to Work and Inside Public Accounting's Top 300 Firms.

• Work environment: Hybrid-friendly workplace that values balance, mentorship, professional development, and innovation.

• Position overview: Lead sophisticated tax engagements and provide strategic tax planning for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), S-corporations, real estate partnerships, and privately held companies. This is a leadership role with responsibility for technical delivery, client relationship management, and team development.

• Key responsibilities:

• Lead and review complex federal and state tax returns, including individual (1040), S-Corp, partnership, and trust returns.

• Provide high-level tax planning and consulting to clients, particularly closely held businesses and HNWIs.

• Research complex tax matters and deliver clear, actionable guidance.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and trust.

• Manage IRS and state tax authority correspondence and resolution.

• Mentor and supervise junior tax staff, supporting training and performance growth.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with audit and advisory teams to ensure comprehensive client service.

• Identify and pursue opportunities for tax planning and business development.

• Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; Master's in Taxation is a plus.

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) designation required.

• 7+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial or review role.

• Strong technical knowledge in tax compliance and planning for S-Corps, partnerships, and HNWIs.

• Experience with real estate entities and investment partnerships highly preferred.

• Proficiency with tax software such as CCH ProSystem fx, Engagement, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and develop team members.

• Collaborative mindset with the drive to contribute to firm growth and client success.

• Compensation: $150,000; full benefits package.

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About the Company

Distro

Worldwide talent sourcing, interviewing, payroll automation

Distro is a platform that helps companies find and match with software talent from over 200 countries, enabling interviews, hiring, and automated payroll all in one system. It works by connecting employers with a global pool of vetted developers, coordinating interview scheduling and evaluations, and then handling employment paperwork and payroll through an integrated workflow. The company differentiates itself by offering truly global reach (access to talent across 200+ countries) along with end-to-end hiring and payroll automation in a single platform, rather than relying on separate staffing services, marketplaces, or fragmented tools. Its goal is to simplify hiring and paying international software developers, helping tech teams grow by accessing quality talent worldwide with a streamlined, automated process.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Lehi, UT
Founded: 2021

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