Our client is hiring a Manager, Tax in Chicago, Illinois. This is a highly visible role within a global Finance organization, focused on leading U.S. and global tax compliance, reporting, planning support, and audit readiness in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment. This direct-hire opportunity is exciting for a hands-on tax professional who enjoys owning critical workstreams, partnering closely with senior leadership, and driving process improvements across a growing, acquisitive organization.

What’s the job?

• Manage day-to-day coordination with external tax service providers, including timelines, information requests, deliverable review, fee tracking, and escalation of scope, timing, or budget issues as needed
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual tax provision calculations and supporting schedules, coordinating inputs across Finance stakeholders and external advisors to support timely, accurate global tax reporting
• Lead execution of global tax compliance processes, including coordinating reporting requirements and timelines, reviewing deliverables, and resolving or escalating issues
• Support Pillar Two and public country-by-country reporting through data collection, review, and coordination
• Coordinate tax audits and notices by gathering documentation, preparing and reviewing responses, and tracking open items in partnership with internal stakeholders and external advisors
• Develop, document, and maintain effective tax controls, processes, and procedures to support accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and appropriate risk management
• Support tax due diligence and M&A activities as needed, including integration work to incorporate acquired companies into tax compliance, reporting, and control processes
• Evaluate tax processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability through standardization, automation, data analytics, and responsible use of artificial intelligence
• Model the company’s values and serve as a champion for its culture

What’s needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a CPA or Master of Science in Taxation required; CPA and MST both preferred
• 6+ years of progressive tax experience
• Experience managing multiple tax projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge across U.S. federal and state income taxes and international taxes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders while directing external service providers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a process-oriented mindset and drive to improve tax outputs
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience in an acquisitive or multinational organization preferred

Key Details

• Compensation: $140,000–$155,000 + eligibility to earn a discretionary bonus
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Work Model: Onsite
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employment Type: Direct Hire

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today. We’re actively interviewing and excited to meet you.

Allee Struve
Lead Recruiter

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