Job Description
Join our elite tax team at Apex Financial Solutions, where innovation meets expertise. We're seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead complex compliance initiatives and strategic tax planning for Fortune 500 clients. Our Chicago headquarters offers a collaborative environment with cutting-edge resources and unparalleled career growth. What you'll achieve: Drive tax optimization through innovative strategies while ensuring full regulatory compliance. Mentor junior staff while maintaining client relationships at executive level. Why us: Industry-leading compensation, flexible hybrid work model, and dedicated professional development budget.
Responsibilities
- Lead federal, state, and international tax compliance projects for multinational corporations
- Develop and implement strategic tax planning initiatives reducing effective tax rates by 15-25%
- Manage IRS/state tax audits and represent clients at all administrative levels
- Mentor 3-5 junior tax professionals through structured training programs
- Utilize advanced tax software (Vertex, OnePoint) and data analytics tools
- Prepare complex M&A tax due diligence reports and transaction structuring advice
- Stay current with TCJA and evolving international tax regulations
Qualifications
- CPA license with 8+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
- Master's degree in Taxation or JD with tax specialization preferred
- Proven expertise in corporate tax, state tax, and international tax frameworks
- Advanced proficiency in tax research platforms (Bloomberg Tax, CCH) and data visualization
- Exceptional project management skills with $1M+ tax compliance experience
- Strong leadership background managing cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal/written communication with C-suite client experience