Tax Manager — Remote | Public Accounting | Partner Track | Up to $175K

Overview

A Chicago-based independent CPA firm is seeking a Tax Manager to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of tax matters including individual, corporate, partnership, and high-net-worth client engagements. The position includes managing and developing staff, leading client relationships, and contributing to business development with a clear path to partnership.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax engagements across a generalist portfolio including individual returns, pass-through entities, C-corporations, and high-net-worth clients
• Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services beyond compliance
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff and senior associates
• Partner directly with firm leadership on client relationships and have a seat at the leadership table
• Contribute to business development efforts as the role grows
• Utilize modern tax technology to enhance quality and efficiency

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of public accounting tax experience
• At least 1–2 years of experience managing or supervising others
• Background at a Big 4 or top 25 accounting firm strongly preferred
• Generalist tax expertise across individual, corporate, and flow-through entities; experience with high-net-worth clients is a strong plus
• Active CPA license required
• Strong client-facing communication skills with the ability to build trust and maintain client relationships
• Self-directed, accountable, and able to deliver high-quality work independently
• Comfortable and effective working in a remote-first environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a remote setting with leadership and client ownership responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary up to $175,000 depending on experience, plus performance-based bonus
• 100% remote work from anywhere in the United States
• Structured partner track with opportunities for remote professionals to advance to partner
• Direct access to senior leadership and meaningful client ownership from day one
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan
• Support for continuing professional education (CPE) and professional development

Location

• Fully remote within the United States

Tax Senior Managers and Directors are also encouraged to apply as there may be opportunities at those levels.