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Tax & Accounting Senior Manager - Public

$160k - $180k

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

We are seeking a Tax and Accounting Senior Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing accounting and tax functions, including managing a team of accounting professionals, handling financial transactions, and preparing financial accounting data for multiple entities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, variance analysis, and key financial metrics for multiple entities.

• Review and ensure accuracy of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.

• Lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and training as needed.

• Manage the entire lifecycle of accounting for income taxes, including annual, quarterly, and forecasted tax rate computations.

• Oversee and review other accounting areas such as Accounts Payable, Payroll, Taxes, and Revenue operations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and controls.

• Understand and manage complex partnership tax structures and transactions.

• Research tax issues and communicate implications of investment decisions to senior management.

• Coordinate compliance work, including the preparation and timely filing of tax returns for partnerships.

• Document and manage the process for quarterly estimates and filings.

Job Requirements

• Must hold a bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Must have CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

• Extensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in tax and accounting management.

• Proven experience in leading and managing a team.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with complex data.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.

• High level of integrity and professionalism.

• Familiarity with accounting software and applications.

• Proven track record in strategic planning and business development.

• Ability to work independently and make decisions under minimal supervision.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to inspire team members.

• Commitment to staying updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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