Tax Jobs in Chicago
We're tracking 217 live tax roles in Chicago.
Salary snapshot
Based on 149 live roles with pay data.
Seniority spread
- Manager61
- Analyst47
- Senior Manager26
- Senior/Assistant Manager23
- Director/Head of Tax22
1% offer remote.
Active opportunities
217 live · updated hourlyTax Manager
Customs Brokerage Entry Agent
Tax Intern (Winter 2027)
Tax Intern (Winter 2028)
Senior International Tax Analyst II
Senior Tax Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions
Experienced Tax Professional
Senior Tax Manager - Construction
Tax Partner - Real Estate Debt Funds
Tax Experienced Senior, Core Tax Services
Federal Tax Managing Director, Lead Tax Services
Federal Tax Partner - Corporate Food and Beverage
Insurance Senior Tax Manager, Financial Services
Tax Analyst
Federal Tax Senior Manager, Lead Tax Services
Winter 2027 Tax Internship
Senior Tax Analyst
Tax Senior Manager, International Tax Services
August 2027 Tax Staff - Chicago
Spring 2028 Tax Intern - Chicago
About this market
Market context
The tax profession in Chicago encompasses a wide range of specializations focused on federal, state, and local taxation for businesses and individuals operating within, or with connections to, Chicago and Illinois. It involves compliance, consulting, planning, and controversy resolution across various tax types.
Illinois operates a 4.95% flat individual income tax rate and a 7% corporate income tax rate (plus a 2.5% personal property replacement tax). Chicago imposes a combined state and local sales tax rate that can reach 10.25% in some areas, one of the highest in the nation. Key agencies are the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Annual income tax filings are due on April 15th for individuals and corporations.
What's driving demand
- Large Corporate Presence
- Financial Industry Hub
- Complex State and Local Tax (SALT) Environment
- Growth in Technology Sector
Regulatory timeline
Credentials that matter
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)essential
- Juris Doctor (JD) / Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M. in Tax)essential
- Enrolled Agent (EA)valued