Senior Manager, Global Tax Accounting

Baxter International Inc.•Deerfield, IL

5d•$144,000 - $198,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a key leadership position within Baxter's Global Tax organization, requiring a blend of deep technical tax accounting expertise and strong people leadership. The Senior Manager will guide the team's daily operations and act as a strategic partner to Finance leadership. The position involves leading the preparation and review of projections, quarterly/year-end reporting of the global corporate income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate under U.S. GAAP (ASC 740). Additionally, the role focuses on developing team members, driving process improvements, leveraging tax accounting data and analytics for insights, and supporting strategic initiatives, significant transactions, tax rate analyses, and quarterly reporting activities. The role offers regular interaction with senior Finance leadership and requires close collaboration with various global teams. The team is undergoing a transformation to improve efficiency, strengthen risk management, and modernize processes, presenting an opportunity for someone who enjoys driving change and shaping the future of a high-visibility function. The individual is expected to think strategically, challenge existing processes, and contribute to key business decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
6-8+ years of experience in tax, with at least 3-4 years in tax accounting-focused roles, including experience managing tax provision processes and supervising team members.
Strong knowledge of tax accounting software and systems, including OneSource Tax Provision software (OTP), FCCS, and ERP systems/data access.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with Finance leadership, Corporate Legal, tax colleagues, and external auditors.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting or Tax preferred.
CPA certification preferred.
Experience with data extraction, transformation, and loading software (e.g., Power Query) a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage the preparation and review of projections and quarterly/year-end reporting of the global corporate income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate under US GAAP (ASC 740).
Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of tax accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP and applicable tax laws and regulations.
Support team engagement and development, and key initiatives aligned with the strategic vision of the tax department.
Collaborate with Global Tax colleagues in the areas of tax compliance, planning, and controversy to evaluate tax accounting considerations and ensure appropriate ASC 740 treatment of relevant tax matters.
Analyze and interpret complex tax data, leveraging automation and analytics tools to identify trends, improve reporting processes, and provide actionable insights to the tax and finance organizations.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Finance, Accounting, Corporate Legal, and external advisors and auditors to support tax accounting objectives and reporting requirements.
Provide technical guidance, support, and review oversight on tax accounting matters, including SOX-related controls, process documentation, and other internal control activities.
Assist in identifying training and development opportunities to ensure team members maintain the technical knowledge and skills necessary to perform their roles effectively.
Monitor changes in US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and tax laws and regulations, and assess the impact of those changes on the company's income tax accounting and reporting positions.

Benefits

medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
family and medical leaves of absence
paid parental leave
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
childcare benefits