Tax Senior

Deloitte Tax LLP seeks a Tax Senior in Chicago, Illinois.

Work You’ll Do
Assist companies with federal, state and international tax structures and align the tax function with business objectives. Review federal tax compliance calculations and federal, international tax return forms, including forms 1065, 8949, 4797, 8082, 8621, 8938, and 8865. Under the supervision of Tax Managers, coordinate execution of tax consulting projects for clients in diverse industries. Research and analyze a wide range of tax issues encountered on engagements and apply relevant tax changes on current year tax calculations. Assume tax-planning responsibilities for our federal clients and assist with the supervision delegation of assignments. Assist with tax planning opportunity identification, implementing tax planning projects, providing tax research and analysis for clients in diverse industries, and keeping up to date on current tax practices and technical issues. Develop a working knowledge of the client's business and tax systems, take responsibility for clearing open items relating to assigned areas, meeting client deadlines, and contribute to the successful completion of projects. Actively participate in engagement planning. Mentor and coach junior team members and escalate issues when necessary. Will commute within the Chicago, Illinois area to consult with clients concerning the above job duties.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, taxation, law, or related field (willing to accept foreign education equivalent) plus eighteen months of experience as a Tax Senior or related occupation gaining experience providing tax and accounting services and preparing and reviewing work papers and calculations.

Position requires eighteen months of:

• preparing federal and state income tax returns and international information returns for C-corporations and partnerships;
• utilizing tax software, including GoSystem and Corptax, to prepare federal, state, and local income tax returns, calculate estimated tax, and process filings;
• utilizing tax research tools, including BNA, CCH, and RIA Checkpoint, to provide tax compliance and consulting services to various clients;
• performing analysis for uncertain tax positions, effective tax rate reconciliation, and valuation allowance, and preparing tax deferred tax schedules to properly account for income taxes during the preparation of tax provisions for corporations;
• preparing quarterly estimated tax payments for corporations, and preparing schedules for federal and state income tax returns;
• communicating directly with clients to address tax-related inquiries and deliver tailored solutions; and
• mentoring and coaching junior team members on tax technical concepts.

Less than 10% domestic travel required outside of normal commuting distance.

Other
Annual Salary: $71,610.00 - $132,990.00.