Corporate Tax Manager; Provisions Chicago, IL

Job Description

Title:

Corporate Tax Manager (Provisions)
Status:
Full-Time | Hybrid

Location:

Chicago, IL
Relocation:
Yes (Regional)
Salary:
Salary to be discussed with a Recruiter.
Bonus:
Annual bonus based on performance
Visa Support:
Possible for the ideal candidate

We are seeking a skilled Corporate Tax Manager to join a dynamic corporate tax team focused on business income tax planning, compliance, and ASC 740 (income tax accounting). In this role, you'll be a key player in managing multiple client engagements, with a blend of tax provision preparation, audit support, and corporate compliance work. The position is hybrid, requiring at least two days per week onsite in the Chicago office.
You’ll play a leadership role in supervising team members, managing projects from initiation through completion, and serving as a primary point of contact for client engagements. This opportunity offers exposure to a collaborative culture with national team integration, including working with subject matter experts across specialized tax disciplines.

• Lead client engagements from planning through completion, maintaining quality and budget expectations
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior team members
• Review tax returns and identify tax savings strategies
• Manage and conduct ASC 740 tax provision projects
• Respond to inquiries from tax authorities
• Build strong client relationships and maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Participate in ongoing training and development

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Active CPA license (or JD with active law license).
• 47 years of progressive experience in corporate tax compliance and/or consulting.
• Hands-on experience with ASC 740 tax provisions.
• Must be based in Chicago or open to relocation.
• Prior work experience in a Top 15 accounting firm in recent years.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, corporate income tax laws, and state/local tax compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client service skills.

• Public accounting or professional services background.
• Experience with ONESOURCE Tax Provision software.
• Demonstrated career stability (no frequent short-term job changes).
• Exposure to taxation of international activity and transfer pricing.

• Flexibility in work hours
• Collaborative culture with cross-office engagement
• Opportunity for career advancement and exposure to a wide range of industries
• Work in the vibrant city of Chicago, known for its food scene, cultural attractions, and lakefront activities