International Tax Manager - Internal Tax Group

Grant Thornton • Downers Grove, IL

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

The internal tax group is responsible for the firm’s tax matters. As the International Tax Manager, you will oversee aspects of the firm’s U.S. tax compliance and tax provision processes while coordinating closely with Grant Thornton member firms around the world. You’ll work directly with senior leadership and collaborate with teams across multiple jurisdictions to ensure the firm meets its tax obligations, maintains a strong control environment, and executes high‑quality tax reporting in a consistent, efficient, and globally aligned manner. This role requires handling highly confidential information related to the firm and its partners, and maintaining strict confidentiality is essential.

From the start, you’ll have access to formal training, on‑the‑job learning, and deep technical resources across the Grant Thornton network, helping you build a broad and sophisticated skill set that strengthens both your technical expertise and your business acumen. Success in this role also comes from showing genuine enthusiasm for learning, growing, and supporting teammates — including those focused on Federal, state, and other tax areas — to help elevate the entire tax function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum five to seven years of progressive tax consulting experience, preferably with at least three years focused on international taxation
• Experience with a large accounting firm, law firm, or corporate tax department of a multinational company
• CPA or JD/active law license required
• Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in U.S. tax compliance and consulting
• Strong computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Can travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Managing the firm’s U.S. tax compliance and tax provision processes, including internal tax positions, filing requirements, and co-sourced engagements supporting provision and compliance needs
• Planning and executing U.S. tax projects while coordinating with global member firms to ensure alignment on cross‑border tax matters
• Advising on the U.S. tax implications of international operations, including the interaction of U.S. and foreign tax rules to support efficient global tax strategies via transfer pricing and capital structures, among others
• Reviewing complex U.S. tax returns and related workpapers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality standards
• Collaborating with partners, managers, and teams across the network, demonstrating a desire to learn from others and proactively support colleagues working in Federal, state, and other tax disciplines
• Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support the firm’s tax function and global coordination efforts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager