Position: Tax Manager

Location: 100% Remote (Work from Anywhere in the U.S.)

Compensation: $130k - $165k base + profit sharing & discretionary bonuses

Experience: 5-7+ Years of Public Accounting Experience, Active CPA (or EA), Direct Client Interaction

About Us

We're a Top 100 independent CPA firm with offices in the Chicago area, serving privately held businesses, global public companies, high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and entrepreneurs across diverse industries. With over 400 combined employees and consistent double-digit growth, we're a thriving, stable practice that's committed to staying independent—no private equity, no plans to sell.

This isn't your typical big firm grind. We're a right-sized, independently owned firm where you'll have direct impact on culture and client relationships. Our partner group is young and dynamic (30s and 40s), fostering innovation and fresh ideas while maintaining the stability and sophistication of a well-established practice. We've built our reputation on delivering exceptional service to sophisticated clients while genuinely caring about our people's quality of life.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Culture & Independence:

• Independent & Locally Controlled - No PE ownership, no acquisition plans—we're committed to organic growth and staying independent
• Proven Track Record - Consistent growth from 25 employees to 400+ over the past two decades
• Young, Innovative Leadership - Partners in their 30s and 40s driving forward-thinking strategies
• Direct Client Impact - Build and maintain real relationships with sophisticated, diverse clients
• Long Tenure - Our people stay because they're valued (7+ years median tenure)

Compensation & Lifestyle:

• $130k - $165k base salary (based on experience and credentials)
• 100% Remote flexibility - the majority of the team operates remotely
• True Work-Life Balance - 50 to 55-hour busy season expectations, not the 70+ hour grind
• Profit Sharing: $3k - $10k annually based on firm performance
• Discretionary Bonuses: 5-10% of base (8% average)
• Unlimited PTO
• 401k: 3-4% match + employer contributions toward medical/dental
• Firm Culture Perks: Annual firm-wide trips to destinations like Turks & Caicos, pre/post busy season gatherings

What You'll Do

• Manage and review complex tax returns: 1040s, 1065s, 1120S, 1120, and small to mid-sized businesses
• Serve as primary tax advisor and strategic partner for high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, family offices, and sophisticated entities
• Build and maintain strong, direct client relationships—communication skills are essential here
• Work with clients across Construction, Healthcare, Manufacturing/Distribution, Real Estate, Technology, Professional Services, Non-Profit, and Family Office sectors
• Provide proactive tax planning and consulting beyond compliance
• Mentor and develop tax staff while contributing to our collaborative firm culture
• Partner with audit and advisory teams on integrated client service delivery

What You Bring

• 5-7+ years of public accounting tax experience (Manager-level or strong Senior ready to step up)
• CPA Required (EA considered for exceptional candidates)
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills - You'll be the face of the firm for your clients
• Experience with individual, partnership, S-corp, and corporate taxation for sophisticated clients
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in both remote and collaborative environments
• CCH Axcess experience preferred but not required
• 1-2 years managing client relationships or staff (or ready to make that transition)

Ideal Candidate Profile

You're a tax professional who's tired of the Big 4 or mega-firm grind and wants to do excellent work with sophisticated, interesting clients in a supportive environment—without sacrificing your personal life. You genuinely enjoy client interaction (not just technical work in a silo), want real influence in a growing firm, and are looking for a place to build your career long-term with a team that values innovation, quality of life, and independence over acquisition exits.

You want to work somewhere with the resources and sophistication of a large firm but the culture and accessibility of a right-sized practice where your voice matters and you're not just another number.

Apply now or send your resume directly to keith.shuler@levelociti.com for faster consideration.

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