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Robert Half Tax Manager - Public in Chicago, Illinois
Description We are in search of a Tax Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The selected candidate will be pivotal in managing the preparation of federal and state income tax returns, reviewing tax compliance and provision workpapers, and participating in the management of federal, state, local, and property tax audits. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assist in the development and implementation of efficient tax policies and practices.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with external service providers to oversee the preparation of federal and state income tax returns, ensuring accuracy.
• Review internally prepared federal and state tax compliance and provision workpapers before submission to external service providers.
• Oversee the calculation of quarterly estimate/extension prepared by external service providers and coordinate timely payments.
• Assess ASC740 income tax provision workpapers and financial statement tax footnotes for accuracy.
• Assist the finance department in calculating income tax provision within their utility rate case filings throughout the year.
• Participate in the management of federal, state, local, and property tax audits, including compiling necessary documentation and reports.
• Review internally prepared sales and use tax, public utility tax, unclaimed property returns, and other indirect tax filings.
• Analyze complex tax filings, seek opportunities to reduce tax burdens, perform tax research, and correct errors.
• Present recommendations regarding complex tax issues and tax strategies for multiple US states.
• Foster and maintain relationships with other departments within the organization as well as governmental and outside tax advisors.
• Keep updated with internal and external tax, accounting and financial developments.
• Assist with special projects such as tax research, tax planning strategies, forecasts, credits, mergers & acquisitions. Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Tax Manager role within Public sector
• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential
• Experience with ADP - Financial Services is required
• Familiarity with CaseWare, CCH ProSystem Fx, and CCH Sales Tax is a plus
• Strong understanding of Accounting Functions and Annual Income Tax Provision
• Experience in Auditing and Compliance is necessary
• Knowledge of Entity Formation is beneficial
• Proficiency in Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE and OneSource systems is required
• Experience in Annual Tax Provision is preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills are required
• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required, a master’s degree or CPA is a plus
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills are necessary
• Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards is essential.
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