Senior Tax Analyst - Federal and State

Senior Analyst – Federal and State Tax | Hybrid - Chicago, IL | $90,000 to $110,000 + Bonus & Benefits

We are partnering with a fast-growing organization to identify a Senior Analyst, Federal and State Tax. This role will be a key contributor within the tax function, supporting U.S. federal and state tax compliance, income tax provision, audits, and strategic tax initiatives in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

This position offers direct exposure to senior tax leadership and broader finance stakeholders, along with opportunities to work on complex tax matters, including cross-border considerations, as the organization continues to scale.

• Prepare and review U.S. federal and state corporate income and franchise tax returns, extensions, and estimated tax payments
• Support the preparation and review of quarterly and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740, including related disclosures
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax compliance
• Research tax issues and assist with drafting technical memoranda
• Support responses to IRS and state and local tax notices and manage related correspondence
• Maintain tax compliance calendars and ensure deadlines are met
• Assist with improving tax processes, systems, and internal controls to drive efficiency and accuracy
• Partner cross-functionally with accounting and finance teams to support tax compliance and alignment with business objectives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of progressive U.S. federal and state corporate tax experience
• Background in public accounting (Big 4 or similar) and/or in-house corporate tax strongly preferred
• Solid technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state income and franchise tax rules
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain tax concepts to non-tax professionals
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
  
  Self-motivated, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion