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Tax Manager - Accounting & Reporting
North Chicago, IL | Monday & Friday work from home, Tuesday - Thursday in the office
Step into a high-impact role where you’ll do more than just prepare numbers, you’ll help shape how a global organization approaches tax strategy, reporting, and innovation. This position sits at the center of the Corporate Tax function, offering broad exposure across finance, operations, and leadership while giving you real ownership of the global tax provision. If you’re someone who wants to deepen your technical expertise while also driving process improvements and influencing decisions, this is the kind of role that accelerates your career.
Responsibilities:
- Play a key role in the quarterly and annual global tax provision under ASC 740, including current and deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate analysis
- Partner on the integration of acquired businesses, gaining visibility into transaction-related tax impacts, risks, and structuring considerations
- Help modernize the tax function by supporting the implementation of technology and automation tools that reduce risk and improve efficiency
- Research complex tax issues, translate technical findings into clear insights, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership
- Stay ahead of evolving tax legislation and assess implications to the business in real time
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, auditors, and external advisors on global reporting matters
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and drive continuous improvement
- Mentor and develop team members while working closely with broader tax and finance teams
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5 years of tax experience, ideally within a Big Four firm or large, complex organization
- Strong foundation in ASC 740 and income tax accounting
- CPA and/or MST preferred
- A proactive mindset with the ability to operate independently and adapt in a fast-moving environment
Salary : $135,000 - $140,000