Description
We are looking for a Public Staff Tax Accountant to join a client-facing accounting team in Kankakee, Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who can manage tax and audit assignments with limited oversight while exercising sound judgment on routine engagement matters. The position offers the chance to support a variety of client needs, strengthen technical expertise, and collaborate closely with managers and partners to deliver accurate, high-quality work.


Responsibilities:

• Prepare individual and corporate tax returns accurately and on schedule, taking ownership of assigned engagements from initial review through completion.

• Support audit engagements by organizing fieldwork, coordinating key phases of the process, and helping ensure work is completed in line with industry standards.

• Evaluate accounting, tax, and audit issues encountered during engagements and elevate sig...