Geneva Search Partners LLC

Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL • Posted 5 days ago
Onsite Full Time Staffing and Recruiting

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Tax Accountant to join a growing wealth management firm with Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) individuals and families. This role will focus on the preparation and review support of complex individual tax returns, K-1 reporting, tax planning initiatives, and compliance matters across a diverse portfolio of investment entities and high-net-worth clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in individual taxation, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with complex tax structures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for ultra high net worth individuals and families.
  • Analyze and process complex Schedule K-1s from partnerships, hedge funds, private equity funds, trusts, and other investment vehicles.
  • Assist with tax planning strategies designed to minimize tax liabilities and maximize wealth preservation.
  • Prepare tax projections, estimated tax calculations, and quarterly tax payments.
  • Research and interpret federal and state tax regulations affecting high-net-worth clients.
  • Collaborate with attorneys, wealth advisors, family office professionals, and outside service providers on tax-related matters.
  • Gather, organize, and reconcile financial information from multiple sources to ensure accurate tax reporting.
  • Respond to tax notices and assist with federal, state, and local tax examinations as needed.
  • Maintain compliance with changing tax laws and regulations impacting individuals, trusts, and investment entities.
  • Support process improvements and tax workflow efficiencies.
  • Assist with payroll, bookkeeping and client service work.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
  • CPA designation required.
  • Minimum 3+ years of public accounting, family office, wealth management, or private client tax experience.
  • Strong experience preparing complex individual income tax returns and analyzing Schedule K-1s.
  • Working knowledge of federal and multi-state tax compliance for high-net-worth individuals.
  • Experience with trusts, partnerships, and investment-related tax matters preferred.
  • Proficiency with tax preparation software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience serving ultra high net worth individuals, executives, family offices, or private investment entities.
  • Exposure to partnership taxation, private equity, hedge funds, and alternative investments.
  • Knowledge of trust and estate tax concepts is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement plan benefits with a match and vested day 1
  • Professional development and continuing education support for licensing
  • 90% paid medical BCBS


Tax Accountant in Chicago at Geneva Search Partners LLC

This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 5 days ago.

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