Tax Analyst

Our team is partnered with a highly acquisitive industry leader and seeking a Tax Analyst to join their team in Chicago’s western suburbs The Tax Analyst is responsible for preparing a variety of tax returns and related filings for multiple types of entities. The role will report to the Tax Manager and build a rewarding career, gaining exposure to unique & exciting tax work with plenty of room for growth.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Federal & State income and franchise tax returns, extensions and quarterly estimated tax payments for C Corporations, S Corporations, Partnerships, and Trusts
• Document and organize tax workpapers for income and franchise tax returns
• Maintain annual state weighted apportionment percentage schedules for all 50 states
• Set-up and maintain electronic payment accounts for state tax payments
• Prepare check requests and vouchers for required tax payments
• Monitor tax return and tax payment due dates and submissions
• Prepare tax information request package for each entity
• Interact with each entity’s accounting department and family office personnel to gather the necessary financial information for tax returns and tax estimates compliance
• Respond to taxing authority notices and phone calls on tax matters
• Perform tax research for tax audit defense and state tax law updates
• Assist in federal and state tax audit defense
• Prepare annual tax provision calculation and ASC 740-10 analysis
• Coordinate and improve processes related to fixed asset maintenance for tax books
• Update and maintain tax preparation software
• Assist in due diligence for acquisition targets
• Partner with outside consultants on tax planning and research matters

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Skills & Relevant Work Experience

• 1+ years of directly related and progressively responsible tax experience
• CPA preferred
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Experience working with CCH Prosystem fx/Access a plus
• Self-motivated, highly organized, with ability to set and meet deadlines
• Takes a hands-on approach to work
• Experience working in team environments yet comfortable working independently