Indirect Tax Jobs in Illinois
We're tracking 13 live indirect tax roles in Illinois.
Salary snapshot
$70k–$250k
Median $106k
Based on 11 live roles with pay data.
Seniority spread
- Analyst5
- Senior/Assistant Manager4
- Senior Manager2
- Manager1
- Director/Head of Tax1
Active opportunities
13 live · updated hourly
Global Indirect Tax Senior Associate - Property Tax
Grant Thornton•Downers Grove, IL, United States …$101k – $129k
Posted 1 week ago
Private Client Senior Tax Associate
Mowery & Schoenfeld•Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States$80k – $110k
Posted 1 week ago
Sales Tax Manager/ Senior Manager
Mowery & Schoenfeld•Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States$130k – $200k
Posted 1 week ago
State and Local Tax - Income Franchise Associate (Fall 2027/Winter 2028)
RSM•Schaumburg, Illinois, United States$70k – $84k
Posted 3 weeks ago
State and Local Tax - Mergers & Acquisitions Associate (Fall 2027/Winter 2028)
RSM•Schaumburg, Illinois, United States$70k – $84k
Posted 3 weeks ago
Indirect Tax Analyst
The Bosch Group•Oak Brook, IL, United States$78k – $105kAI est.
Posted 30+ days ago
Sr. International Tax Accountant
OSI Group•Aurora, IL, 60504 …$84k – $127k
Posted 30+ days ago
Tax Accountant - Sumitomo Biorational Company
Valent U.S.A. LLC•Libertyville, IL, 60048$89k – $109k
Posted 30+ days ago
Indirect Tax Accountant
The Bosch Group•Oak Brook, IL, United States$85k – $115kAI est.
Posted 30+ days ago
Tax Manager - Indirect Tax
Federal Signal•Downers Grove, IL, 60515 …$100k – $125k
Posted 30+ days ago
Sales Tax Manager/ Senior Manager
Mowery & Schoenfeld•Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States$130k – $200k
Posted 30+ days ago
Tax Director - Private Client Services
EisnerAmper•Elgin, Illinois, United States$180k – $250k
Posted 30+ days ago
Private Client Senior Tax Associate
Mowery & Schoenfeld•Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States$80k – $110k
Posted 30+ days ago
About this market
Market context
Illinois Indirect Tax encompasses the various transaction taxes levied on the sale of tangible personal property and certain services within the state. This includes sales tax obligations for retailers and service providers, as well as use tax on out-of-state purchases consumed in Illinois.
Illinois operates a complex sales tax system with a statewide rate of 6.25% for Retailers' Occupation Tax, but local rates can increase the combined rate significantly, often reaching 10% or more in some municipalities due to various local taxes. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) administers these taxes, requiring monthly or quarterly filings via forms like ST-1 (Sales and Use Tax Return). Economic nexus provisions apply to remote sellers, requiring registration and collection once certain sales thresholds ($100,000 in gross receipts or 200 separate transactions) are met.
What's driving demand
- E-commerce Growth
- Shifting Tax Base to Services
- State Budget Pressures
- Continued Remote Seller Enforcement
Regulatory timeline
Credentials that matter
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)essential
- Masters in Taxation (MST)valued
Skills & tools
Sales Tax Compliance Software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex)Tax Research Platforms (e.g., CCH, Thomson Reuters)Data Analytics (Excel, SQL)Nexus DeterminationAudit DefenseTax Exemption ManagementTransaction Tax Calculation
Adjacent specialisms
Nearby jurisdictions
Frequently asked
- What is indirect tax in Illinois?
- Illinois Indirect Tax encompasses the various transaction taxes levied on the sale of tangible personal property and certain services within the state. This includes sales tax obligations for retailers and service providers, as well as use tax on out-of-state purchases consumed in Illinois.
- How does indirect tax work in Illinois?
- Illinois operates a complex sales tax system with a statewide rate of 6.25% for Retailers' Occupation Tax, but local rates can increase the combined rate significantly, often reaching 10% or more in some municipalities due to various local taxes. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) administers these taxes, requiring monthly or quarterly filings via forms like ST-1 (Sales and Use Tax Return). Economic nexus provisions apply to remote sellers, requiring registration and collection once certain sales thresholds ($100,000 in gross receipts or 200 separate transactions) are met.
- What credentials matter for Illinois Indirect Tax roles?
- Employers most often look for: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), Masters in Taxation (MST).
- Which tools and systems appear in Illinois Indirect Tax job specs?
- Commonly cited: Sales Tax Compliance Software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex), Tax Research Platforms (e.g., CCH, Thomson Reuters), Data Analytics (Excel, SQL), Nexus Determination, Audit Defense, Tax Exemption Management, Transaction Tax Calculation.
- What do Illinois Indirect Tax roles pay?
- Across 11 live roles carrying pay data, salaries span $70k–$250k.
- Who's hiring for Illinois Indirect Tax?
- Live employer mix: Boutique / mid-tier 62%, In-house / industry 38%.
- How many Illinois Indirect Tax roles are live right now?
- 13 live roles on taxjobs.ai.