Tax Manager

Invenergy is North America's largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits.


This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview


We are seeking a Tax Manager to join one of the leading in-house tax teams in the energy industry. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven company operating in the renewable energy sector. In this role, you will work on a wide range of complex tax compliance matters, including all aspects of U.S. federal, states and international reporting for over 250 filing entities. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance within a fast-evolving legislative and regulatory environment.


Responsibilities

• Lead the internal team, in collaboration with other managers, in reviewing complex federal, state, and international tax returns for more than 250 partnerships and corporations prepared by external tax service providers. Perform detailed review of Schedule M-3, taxable income workpapers, and partner allocations of income, gain, loss, capital, and liabilities reported on Schedules K-1

• Perform a detailed review of partnership workpapers, including tax basis, capital accounts, 743(b) and 734(b) adjustments, and 704(c) allocations

• Manage relationships with external tax service providers, including reviewing deliverables, communicating expectations, resolving technical issues, and driving continuous improvement in the quality and timeliness of tax compliance work

• Analyze transactions of varying complexity by gathering relevant data from Accounting and other departments, and clearly communicating key facts and issues to external tax service providers

• Manage and mentor junior staff to improve the quality of deliverables by fostering strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including a strong understanding of transaction details, trial balances and account analyses, and other key information required for tax return preparation

• Assist in preparing quarterly and year-end taxable income projections for multiple consolidated partnerships

• Facilitate cross-functional discussions and lead projects through meetings and written communication

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the tax function by leveraging technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the quality and consistency of tax compliance and reporting

• Review year-end tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 and manage timely coordination with the financial reporting team

• Oversee and support the maintenance of multiple depreciation books in BNA, including basis adjustments related to renewable tax credits, Section 743(b) and734(b) adjustments, and other book-to-tax basis reconciliations

• Support tax audits, prepare responses to tax notices, and address other tax-related inquiries

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive tax experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Knowledge of partnership rules for tax compliance and transactions

• Self-starter with the initiative, curiosity, and desire to quickly learn new areas of tax as the business evolves

• Positive mindset with a focus on identifying improvements and solutions

• Analytical and solutions-oriented, with the ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally

• Strong cross-functional project management skills

• Detail oriented and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Proficiency with software and system applications such as Oracle, BNA Fixed Assets, and Microsoft products, with the ability to learn internal applications
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Taxation or CPA certification

• Prior experience in the energy, power, real estate, or infrastructure sectors

• Comfortable working with new rules and ambiguity to develop thoughtful analysis and guidance

Base Pay

125,000.00 - 170,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.


In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.


Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.