Corporate Tax Jobs in Illinois

We're tracking 166 live corporate tax roles in Illinois.

Salary snapshot

$55k–$250k
Median $114k

Based on 18 live roles with pay data.

Seniority spread

  • Analyst
    124
  • Manager
    6
  • Senior/Assistant Manager
    4
  • Senior Manager
    2
  • Graduate
    1

Active opportunities

166 live · updated hourly
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockLafayette, Illinois, United States$18 – $35/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockMendota, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockYorkville, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockLincoln, Illinois, United States$17 – $25/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockSandwich, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockFreeport, Illinois, United States$15 – $18/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockHoopeston, Illinois, United States$17 – $25/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockKewanee, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockPetersburg, Illinois, United States$18 – $30/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockHighland, Illinois, United States$17 – $25/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockCary, Illinois, United States$20 – $30/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockMarengo, Illinois, United States$20 – $30/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockPlano, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockPeru, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockDeKalb, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockDixon, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockVandalia, Illinois, United States$17 – $25/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockOttawa, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockRock Falls, Illinois, United States$17 – $20/hrAI est.
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Tax Professional - Franchise Location

H&R BlockColumbia, Illinois, United States$17 – $25/hrAI est.
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About this market

Market context

Illinois Corporate Income Tax refers to the taxation of corporate profits within the state of Illinois, encompassing both the state income tax and the personal property replacement tax (PPRT). It involves understanding and applying the Illinois Income Tax Act (IITA) regulations to ensure compliance for corporations operating in the state.

Illinois imposes a two-tiered corporate income tax structure: a standard corporate income tax rate of 7% and an additional Personal Property Replacement Tax (PPRT) rate of 2.5% on corporate income. This results in a combined corporate income tax rate of 9.5%. Corporations are required to file Form IL-1120 annually with the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) and make estimated tax payments throughout the year. The state adheres to federal taxable income as a starting point, with various state-specific additions, subtractions, and apportionment rules.

What's driving demand

  • Interstate Commerce & Apportionment
  • M&A Activity
  • Economic Nexus Compliance
  • Tax Incentive Programs

Regulatory timeline

  • 2024-01-01Updated Withholding Tax Tables and InstructionsImplemented
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  • 2023-01-20Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Combined Reporting for Affiliated GroupsFinal
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Credentials that matter

  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant)essential
  • MST (Master of Science in Taxation)essential
  • JD (Juris Doctor) with Tax Specializationvalued

Skills & tools

Tax Provision (ASC 740)State Tax Research (e.g., CCH, BNA)Tax Compliance Software (e.g., OneSource, GoSystem Tax RS)Excel (Advanced)Apportionment MethodologiesNexus DeterminationsAudit Defense

Frequently asked

What is corporate tax in Illinois?
Illinois Corporate Income Tax refers to the taxation of corporate profits within the state of Illinois, encompassing both the state income tax and the personal property replacement tax (PPRT). It involves understanding and applying the Illinois Income Tax Act (IITA) regulations to ensure compliance for corporations operating in the state.
How does corporate tax work in Illinois?
Illinois imposes a two-tiered corporate income tax structure: a standard corporate income tax rate of 7% and an additional Personal Property Replacement Tax (PPRT) rate of 2.5% on corporate income. This results in a combined corporate income tax rate of 9.5%. Corporations are required to file Form IL-1120 annually with the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) and make estimated tax payments throughout the year. The state adheres to federal taxable income as a starting point, with various state-specific additions, subtractions, and apportionment rules.
What credentials matter for Illinois Corporate Income Tax roles?
Employers most often look for: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), MST (Master of Science in Taxation), JD (Juris Doctor) with Tax Specialization.
Which tools and systems appear in Illinois Corporate Income Tax job specs?
Commonly cited: Tax Provision (ASC 740), State Tax Research (e.g., CCH, BNA), Tax Compliance Software (e.g., OneSource, GoSystem Tax RS), Excel (Advanced), Apportionment Methodologies, Nexus Determinations, Audit Defense.
What do Illinois Corporate Income Tax roles pay?
Across 18 live roles carrying pay data, salaries span $55k–$250k.
Who's hiring for Illinois Corporate Income Tax?
Live employer mix: Boutique / mid-tier 93%, In-house / industry 7%.
How many Illinois Corporate Income Tax roles are live right now?
166 live roles on taxjobs.ai.