Tax Manager
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.
We are seeking a versatile accounting and tax professional able to step into different situations and assist where necessary. Tax compliance is performed by Big 4 accounting firms, and the Tax Manager will liaise with the accounting firms on compliance matters, but also help set and execute tax strategy.This is an excellent opportunity to gain a wide range of accounting and tax experience within a growing private equity and real estate organization.
The qualified individual will be an analytical thinker with a strong work ethic, willingness to wear multiple hats, and a desire to be an integral part of a team‐oriented business. This person will have strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and be able to accept and adapt to a growing and changing environment.
The primary areas for which this individual will be accountable:
- Lead tax strategy initiatives and analysis with the CFO and General Counsel.
- Oversee and manage tax compliance work performed by outside CPA firms.
- Analyze company compensation and incentive plans for tax efficiency.
- Communicate complex tax matters with firm executives and portfolio company management teams.
- Analyze and assess tax consequences associated with various real estate purchase and sale transactions.
- Perform other non-tax accounting and analysis as requested.
- Recommend and implement process improvement ideas for firm-level and investment fund accounting and tax reporting.
- Work with cross functional teams on tax matters and projects.
- Assist with projects as necessary, including directly working with the CFO.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures.
Preferred skills, capabilities, and experience:
- 8+ years of relevant tax experience in a public accounting, private equity, or real estate firm.
- CPA required.
- Desire and ability to interact with portfolio company financial management teams to discuss important tax matters and strategies.
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m