VP, Tax Manager – Corporate Tax

Why join us?

• An award-winning culture! We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 12 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years)

• Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few

• Family-friendly work hours

Why join this team?

• We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit

• We value teamwork, open communication and collaboration

• We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility

Job Description Summary

The VP, Tax Manager will be an integral member of the corporate income tax team and will lead key areas of the corporate tax function, with an emphasis on federal tax compliance and reporting. This position reports directly to the Tax Director and will have visibility with executive leadership, Finance, and external advisors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead preparation and review of the federal income tax return, including workpaper documentation

• Support ASC 740 provision calculations and tracking of deferred inventory items including the Company’s extensive leasing portfolio

• Manage quarterly estimated tax calculations and annual extensions

• Ensure compliance with current IRC requirements, legislative updates, and banking-specific regulations

• Manage the annual R&D study process and coordinate with external advisors

• Partner with Accounting and Finance on tax reporting matters

• Assist with federal and state tax audits

• Research and prepare write-ups regarding tax law changes, tax impacts of new business lines, tax accounting policies and methods, etc

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA and MST preferred

• 7+ years of experience, banking or Big 4 accounting firm preferred

• Advanced user of Excel, and OneSource Tax Software (or related system)

• Financial institution and bank holding company exposure is a plus

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships and interact with various business lines and management

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task

Benefits

Medical Insurance • Dental • Vision • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment • Short-term and long term Disability Insurance • Parental Leave • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount • Critical Illness Insurance • Accident Insurance • Transportation and Commuting Benefits • Banking Benefits • Pet Insurance

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $125,000-$165,000, along with eligibility to earn an annual bonus. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.

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