Admin Specialist, Tax & Consulting

As a member of the Tax Team, the **Admin Specialist** performs an array of clerical and administrative duties, unique to an assigned area, as well as special activities as described. This role supports the Tax Team as a whole and may focus more in one particular area, such as financial planning, wealth transfer, and/or tax and business services.

The **Admin Specialist** maintains a high level of communication with members of the team, with other teams such as the Advisory Team, in addition to our clients; all while maintaining a positive and client centric approach.

**In this role, you can expect to focus in the following areas:**

• Exhibit polite and professional communication while promptly answering phone calls and email messages, and notifies staff members of important information
• Communicate with Advisory on the status of clients’ information submission and return preparation
• Communicate with Clients on the status of their document submission and their return progress
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.
• Schedule meetings based on staff and room availability
• Prepare communications, such as memos, letters, emails, invoices, reports and other correspondence
• Create and maintain filing systems, both electronic and physical
• Provide information by answering questions and requests
• Make restaurant reservations or order food to be delivered for team events
• Assist with team mailings and maintain client mailing lists
• Assist clients with Portal issues or questions regarding uploading documents
• Post copies of Tax Returns to Portal and or SafeSend
• Assist clients with SafeSend system and uploading of documents
• Upload Invoices to clients Portal and/or Safesend for payment
• Organize continuing education (CE) seminars and webinars
• Setup new clients in Practice, UT, GFR
• Produce and mail engagement letters, quotes, invoices, tax organizers, and other mailings for planning projects, estate administration, and/or tax services
• Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, and informing appropriate parties to request supplies
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

**Tax & Business Services**

• Assist with the administrative side of tax season, including pre- and post-tax season activities, such as ensuring we have the appropriate supplies on hand to scheduling tax appointments and conducting tax intake meetings, as appropriate
• Maintain tracking of client information deemed necessary by supervisor, including such items as outstanding issues, due dates, data needed, logistics of tax return delivery, complexity of returns, etc.
• Participate in the implementation of software used to accomplish administrative functions
• Assist with data gathering and scanning of tax and accounting source documents
• Assist with final tax return product to deliver to clients via paper or electronic
• Perform other duties as requested
• Maintain team approach by assisting and filling in for others when necessary

**A couple things to note about the position:**

• This is an in-person position based out of either our Rockford, IL, St. Charles, IL, or Plymouth, MI offices.
• The is a full-time hourly position working Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. During tax season (approximately **February 1 through April 15**), the schedule increases to **40–50 hours per week** to support seasonal workload demands.

**This position typically requires the following qualifications:**

• Education: High School Diploma or its equivalent, some college preferred
• Experience: 1-3 years work experience in an administrative support role preferably in a financial services firm, accounting firm, or a related industry

**What Sets Savant Apart**

• Collaborative, integrated model across advisory, tax, and planning—no silos
• Growth-oriented firm, offering meaningful opportunities for career development and long-term impact
• Values-driven culture, grounded in excellence, integrity, lifelong learning, respect, growth, and servant leadership
• Majority employee-owned, giving our team a shared stake in our long-term success

**The Perks**

At Savant, we invest in our people—supporting both their well-being and long-term growth.

We take a market-based approach to compensation. The expected base salary range for this role is **$21.00 - $27.00** with final pay determined by experience, skills, and location. This role may also be eligible for additional incentive compensation based on responsibilities and performance.

**Our Total Rewards**

*Core Benefits (Effective Day One):*

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage

*Financial & Long-Term Rewards:*

• 401(k) with company match (Roth and Traditional options)
• Team-based incentive opportunities and recognition program

*Time Away & Flexibility:*

• Generous paid time off, plus at least 10 paid holidays
• Annual “Savantiversary” day
• Summer Hours (shorter work weeks during the summer)
• Parental leave, personal leave, and other life-event support

*Well-Being & Everyday Perks:*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness reimbursements (e.g., gym memberships)
• Flexible “Dress for Your Day” approach

We’re happy to share more details about our benefits and total rewards during the hiring process.

**Take your career to new heights, apply today!**

All applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbent in this position. Any combination of equivalent education and work experience will be considered.*

***Savant Capital LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer***