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Federal Tax Senior Associate, Lead Tax Services

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Chicago, IL, USA
63K-141K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
63K-141K Annually
Senior level
Provide federal tax compliance and consulting for large, complex engagements: prepare and review corporate, partnership, S-corp, and individual returns; conduct technical tax research; advise clients on federal tax matters; support ASC 740/FIN 48 and multi-state tax work; build client relationships and deliver high-quality tax services.
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At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

As a Federal Tax Senior Associate within our Lead Tax Services group, you will play a key role in supporting large and complex engagements. This position focuses on delivering high-quality tax compliance and consulting services to a diverse client base.

Responsibilities include conducting technical tax research, advising clients on federal tax matters, and assisting with the planning and execution of specialized projects. The Senior Staff is responsible for core compliance functions, including the preparation and technical review of corporate, partnership, S corporation, and individual income tax returns. Experience with consolidated C corporations, FAS 109 (ASC 740), FIN 48, and multi-state taxation is highly valued.

The ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats, and apply sound tax research and analytical skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s in Taxation or LL.M. preferred

  • CPA license or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam required

  • Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and corporate tax experience

  • Experience with consolidated C corporations, ASC 740 (FAS 109), FIN 48, partnerships, S corporations, individual taxation, and/or multi-state taxation

  • Strong client service orientation and relationship-building skills

  • Effective writing, communication, analytical, and tax research skills

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $62,500.00 - $141,000.00 per year.

Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!
How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:
Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.
Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Crowe LLP does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.

Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role’s responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.

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Top Skills

Asc 740
Fas 109
Fin 48

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