Corporate Income Tax Manager

AAR Corp•Wood Dale, IL

1d•$126,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The Corporate Income Tax Manager manages key aspects of federal, state, and international income tax compliance, income tax accounting, tax audits, tax research and planning, and tax projects. The position works closely with internal business partners and external service providers to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting and improve tax processes.

Requirements

CPA designation or a master’s degree in accounting or tax.
Strong experience in U.S. federal income tax compliance and ASC 740 tax accounting.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and manage critical timelines.
7–10 years of progressive corporate income tax experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Proficiency in ONESOURCE Income Tax, ONESOURCE Tax Provision, and Checkpoint tax research software.

Nice To Haves

A combination of public accounting and corporate tax experience is preferred.
Experience with R&D tax credits, including related calculations and documentation, is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review book-to-tax adjustments, taxable income calculations, state modifications, apportionment, and supporting workpapers.
Manage preparation and review of federal consolidated and state income tax returns, estimated income tax payments, and extensions.
Manage and support international income tax compliance, including foreign entity tax filings and information reporting, coordinating with internal teams and external service providers.
Support quarterly and annual income tax provision processes in accordance with ASC 740, including review of current and deferred tax calculations, tax account reconciliations, effective tax rate analysis, and related financial reporting requirements.
Manage federal and state income tax audits, notices, and information requests, coordinating responses with internal teams and external advisors.
Identify and implement process improvements, standardization, and automation opportunities within the tax function.
Provide guidance, review, and development support to tax staff, as applicable.