Tax Senior Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Tax Senior Manager

About M|H CPA PLLC

M|H is one of the largest locally owned public accounting firms in Central Illinois, with offices in Champaign, Peoria, and Danville. We provide a full range of assurance, tax planning & preparation, transaction services, environmental, social & governance (ESG), and business advisory services, serving clients across diverse industries.

We combine the expertise, resources, and reputation of a larger firm with the personalized attention and flexibility of a boutique firm, ensuring our clients receive tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.

At M|H, we are committed to cultivating a culture that values work-life balance while offering meaningful career and personal growth opportunities. Our team members gain hands-on experience with a wide range of client needs, allowing them to develop professionally and advance within the firm.

Our growth is driven by strong client relationships, a dedication to team development, and a commitment to giving back to the communities we serve.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced talent to join our Tax Department. This role offers an opportunity to work with a variety of clients across industries, and mentor staff while developing expertise. Individuals at this level are CPAs and have typically had a minimum of five+ years’ experience and have exhibited technical proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to lead the preparation and / review of complex C Corporation, tax returns, including multistate and consolidated filings; provide strategic planning around state nexus, apportionment, and entity structuring
• Manage flow-through entity (S Corporation and partnership) compliance and related tax planning, including basis calculations, distribution planning, and ownership transitions
• Oversee individual (1040) tax compliance and planning
• Provide tax guidance and compliance support on business transactions, including stock and asset acquisitions, mergers, and succession planning for closely held and family-owned businesses
• Oversee and review tax provision calculations and reporting, demonstrating a strong command of ASC 740, including deferred tax assets / liabilities, valuation allowances, and disclosures
• Deliver estate, trust, and gift tax planning and compliance services, including wealth transfer strategies, trust structuring, and Form 706 / 709 filings
• Assist tax-exempt organizations with compliance and strategic planning, including the preparation and review of Form 990, 990-PF, and related filings
• Take on a more significant role in managing, communicating, and servicing of their assigned clients
• Prepare client billings fairly, accurately, and promptly
• Assist in firm administrative functions as assigned by the partners

Skills & Competencies

Requirements

Benefits Include

Our Mission

To lead the accounting industry in transformative solutions that drive our clients’ success by implementing innovative technologies and embracing emerging markets.

Expertise & Integrity

To be a disruptive force in the industry, delivering premier customer experience through assurance, tax, and business advisory advice with the highest expertise and integrity.

Values & People

We put people first. We prioritize our employees’ well-being, growth, and flexibility, while delivering exceptional value through growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Compensation

At M|H, compensation is designed to reflect an individual’s experience, qualifications, and market conditions within their role. The salary range for this position takes multiple factors into account, including education, relevant skills, work experience, certifications, and location. As a result, the final offer for the selected candidate(s) may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range : $110,000 - 130,000

This position is bonus eligible.

M|H is an equal opportunity employer. We do not sponsor work authorization for experienced or entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future.