Interim Corporate Tax Manager

A construction client of ours in the northwest suburbs of Chicago (in Rosemont) is seeking a contract Corporate Tax Manager to join their team (100% in Office).

Multi-state and federal income tax compliance experience required and minimum 5 years of Corporate Tax and / or public accounting (with tax focus) experience required.

This position will be the main point of contact for all tax matters. The Corporate Tax Manager reports to the CFO and is responsible for Federal and State taxes, along with state compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Corporate Tax Compliance
• Assisting in the preparation of federal and state income tax returns (in over 40 states)
• Assisting in the efficient and accurate preparation of the income tax provision for financial statement purposes.
• Preparing various schedules regarding tax planning including projected effective tax rates and other forecasting.
• Oversee and ensure Company tax compliance regarding sales and use tax, franchise tax, and local taxes.
• Acting as the knowledge base for state and local tax regulations as they relate to ongoing projects (this will include leading the research initiatives for multi-state tax laws, available tax credits and deductions).
• Staying up-to-date on upcoming tax pronouncements regarding policy changes and providing guidance to management on the implications to the Company.
• Partnering with third-party CPA firm on different applicable tax projects.
• Identifying opportunities to improve the Company’s overall tax function
• Interfacing with the various tax authorities and leading the tax audits across the Company
• Depreciation and amortization schedules
• Monitoring of Casualty Insurance Management and Vehicle Lease Program from a tax impact perspective
• Assist with Fixed Asset Management and Control
• Manage Surety Bonding Program

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• Experience and working knowledge of federal and multi-state income tax compliance and corporate tax knowledge
• Minimum 5 years of prior experience working in a public accounting firm (tax focus) or corporate tax department required
• Strong researching skills
• Ability to collaborate and lead tax discussions with other departments Tax
• Prior work experience in the construction industry preferred
• Master’s Degree in Taxation, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar licensing is a plus

If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!