Sr. Tax Accountant

Overview

Location: Chicago Office or Remote, North America (US & Canada)

Employment Type: Full-time/Permanent

Travel: Up to 5% travel may be required

This role involves supporting compliance with federal, state, and local tax statutes and regulations across North America. The Senior Tax Accountant will perform tax research, interpret tax laws, develop strategies to reduce tax liabilities, and manage tax filings and records for US and Canadian entities.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile all tax-related general ledger accounts monthly, ensuring accuracy and detailed backup
• Reconcile customer sales and tax details across systems (including SAP and Avalara) to ensure accurate sales tax filings; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure timely filing of all required sales tax returns and corporate income tax returns, and timely payment for US and Canadian entities
• Review and assign product tax codes to ensure correct sales tax charges
• Manage customer exemption certificates and collaborate with billing to resolve sales tax issues on invoices
• Coordinate with external tax consultants to provide data for corporate income tax estimates and returns
• Prepare monthly Revenue by State and Fixed Assets by State reports to support tax filings
• Prepare year-end Form 1099-MISC filings for applicable suppliers
• Record cash postings and prepare journal entries related to tax activities
• Represent the organization in audits by federal, state/provincial, and local tax authorities
• Interpret and apply domestic and international tax regulations
• Analyze financial data to assess tax impacts of business opportunities
• Perform other tax-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business; CPA or CTP preferred
• Minimum 5 years of tax accounting experience, including use of at least one tax preparation suite, preferably in the technology or software industry
• Detailed knowledge of US tax legislation and accounting principles; knowledge of non-US tax statutes is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel), ERP systems (SAP), and tax compliance software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to interpret business and governmental regulations
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively with a positive attitude

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually (actual salary based on location, skills, experience, education, and market factors)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available from day one
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 4%, immediate vesting and eligibility from start date
• Up to $275 monthly reimbursement for phone and internet
• Employee assistance program
• Discounts on travel, food, products, and services
• Access to mobile office spaces for meetings and collaboration

Location

This position is based in the Chicago office or can be performed remotely within the US or Canada.