Director, Tax

General information

Name Director, Tax Posting Title Director, Tax - Real Estate Ref # 2235740 Date Published Thursday, September 4, 2025 City Chicago State Illinois Country United States Job Category Tax Office Chicago IL (Forvis) Advertised Location US-IL-Chicago Working time Full Time

Description & Requirements

The Tax team is dedicated to helping clients navigate a complex tax landscape with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers practical, forward-thinking guidance tailored to each client’s goals, offering reliable support through change, growth, and opportunity. 
What you will do: 

• Lead the planning and execution of tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040-NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120-S) across a variety of industries 
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well-structured written reports. 
• Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. 
• Build strong client relationships by identifying tax issues, delivering actionable insights, and offering strategic solutions. 
• Champion client service excellence, acting as a trusted advisor and fostering long-term partnerships. 
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high-performing, collaborative team. 
• Delegate and oversee project tasks, ensuring timely and successful engagement delivery. 
• Optimize resource allocation and resolve scheduling conflicts to maintain workflow efficiency. 
• Drive business growth through strategic planning