Direct Tax Manager
Overview
Direct Tax Manager leading tax function in Chicago offering competitive compensation and growth opportunities. This role drives income tax compliance accounting and strategic initiatives within a dynamic finance organization.
What You'll Do11
- 1Lead tax professionals in US income tax compliance audits planning forecasting and accounting processes
- 2Manage global income tax compliance calendar for timely filings
- 3Propose strategies to reduce corporate tax burden and improve accounting impact
- 4Provide performance management training and guidance to Direct Tax team members
- 5Identify process improvements to shorten provision and compliance cycles
- 6Maintain relationships with external consultants and collaborate across finance teams
- 7Prepare and review income tax franchise tax compliance documents
- 8Review quarterly and annual tax provision components including book-tax differences
- 9Coordinate federal and state income tax audits and manage response communications
- 10Research tax issues and communicate recommendations through written memos
- 11Monitor legislation changes and assess impacts on tax strategy
Requirements10
- 1Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years tax experience in global corporate or public accounting
- 2Progression of leadership responsibilities in corporate tax or public accounting
- 32+ years leading tax teams
- 4Strong knowledge of ASC 740 and US GAAP accounting
- 5Experience with Thomson Reuters UltraTax CS Workday and Excel
- 6Ability to build collaborative cross-functional relationships
- 7Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency
- 8Familiarity with tax software and systems mentioned in JD
- 9Demonstrated interest in advanced tax topics like GILTI FTC FDII BEAT
- 10Experience with hybrid work models and remote flexibility
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