Tax Accounting Manager - Chicago, United States - Sidley Austin

Description

Summary:
This position is responsible for working with the Senior Tax Manager and Tax Director to manage the tax affairs of the Firm and the partners worldwide

Duties and Responsibilities:

Review and manage the tax compliance requirements for US and state tax return filingsCommunicate and liaise with the Firms outside service providers to facilitate the preparation and filing of the Firms income tax returnsOversee various state and local tax compliance obligations, including sales/use tax, personal property tax, gross receipts tax, and other business taxesResearch domestic and state tax reporting matters using IRS Tax Code, Tax Treaties, and other authoritative literatureRespond to tax authority requests, supervise tax audits, and interact with relevant tax authorities, as appropriatePrepare clear, concise information to document and communicate tax issuesCommunicate with partners and tax advisors regarding the partners tax obligationsOversee the staff and their personal developmentCreate, plan, and prepare spreadsheet-based analyses and reports; candidate must be able to design meaningful and useful spreadsheets used in business analysis and management;Other general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and special project responsibilities, as assigned;Provide general administrative assistance as neededQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below.

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email (current employees should contact Human Resources).


Education and/or Experience:

Required:
Bachelors degree in accounting from an accredited and approved college or universityMinimum of five years experience in a structured tax department (public or corporate)

Proficient knowledge of business applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and WordCustomer service oriented with excellent oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated technical and analytical skills within his/her professional backgroundPreferred:
CPA designationBackground in partnership and/or multistate tax a plusOther Skills and Abilities:The following will also be required of the successful candidate:Strong organizational skillsStrong interpersonal communication skillsStrong attention to detailStrong analytical and problem solving skillsGood judgmentAble to work harmoniously and effectively with othersAble to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretionAble to work under pressureAble to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and prioritiesSidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr