Our story
At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to “Be Alight.”
Our Values:
Champion People – be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.
Grow with purpose – Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.
Be Alight – act with integrity, be real and empower others.
It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, absence management and navigation.
With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.
Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.
Learn more at careers.alight.com.
Working under the direction of the VP of Tax, the Tax Senior Manager will lead the company’s US federal tax strategy, compliance, and reporting functions. This individual will oversee the preparation and review of all tax filings, manage audits, and provide strategic tax planning to support business growth and ensure compliance with federal tax regulations. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership ability, and business acumen to guide the tax team and advise senior executives on complex tax matters.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation and review of the ASC 740 US tax provision and compliance process
Assist with the preparation and review of tax supporting documentation
Support financial modeling in strategic and operational tax planning
Research, analyze and draft technical memorandum on a variety of tax issues
Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures
Support the tax department in managing tax audits, payments and any ad hoc projects
Manage third party advisors in the tax provision process and the tax return process
Provide continuous updates to internal leadership; assist in drafting concise/insightful materials/decks for meetings with other stakeholders
Assist in managing colleague(s) engaged to supporting various aspects of the company’s tax process
Perform first or second level reviews of workpaper documentation
Regularly engage with external stakeholders
Knowledge, Education, Certification, Skills & Technical Proficiencies
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MS in Tax or C.P.A. preferred but not required
Possess an understanding of ASC740 principles, as well as federal and state tax concepts
Work Experience
Minimum of 7 years of progressive tax experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role
Preparation and review of the ASC 740 US tax provision and compliance Processes
Prior, or current Big 4 or large public accounting firm experience
Work Environment
Ability to be flexible with various shifts and possible overtime when business needs require.
Travel to Deerfield, IL 4 times per year to work on quarter close.
Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.
Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 5 years in a row.
Benefits
We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.
By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Our commitment to Inclusion
We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.
At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.
As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact alightcareers@alight.com.
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting their recruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
Salary Pay Range
Minimum :
150,000.00 USDMaximum :
170,000.00 USDPay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.