Aston CarterVerified Source

Direct Tax Manager

Partially · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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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

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typepartially
LocationChicago, Illinois

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