Senior Tax Accountant – Tax Compliance

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented tax professional to join the Tax team. This full-time, hybrid position requires three days on-site and is based in either the Northbrook or Chicago, Illinois office. The role offers experience in federal and state tax compliance and tax provision, along with exposure to international tax processes. The Senior Tax Accountant will prepare and review income tax returns, support quarterly and annual tax provision processes, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors on non-US income tax compliance. Working with senior team members, the employee will build a broad tax skillset through exposure to complex tax issues and technology platforms, with opportunities for professional advancement and career growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in federal and state corporate income tax compliance and/or tax provision.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP tax accounting principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other tax technology tools.

Nice To Haves

• MST or CPA.
• Experience in a public accounting firm or a large corporate tax department.
• Experience with OneSource systems, including Income Tax, Tax Provision, DataFlow, Workpapers, and/or UTP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state corporate income tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments.
• Coordinate collection and review of tax data from internal stakeholders for non-US income tax compliance, provide information to external advisors, and review completed returns.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of required tax returns and compliance documents.
• Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision processes, including effective tax rate, deferred tax assets and liabilities, valuation allowance, UTPs, and related activities in accordance with US GAAP.
• Support the gathering and analysis of financial data for tax compliance and provision purposes.
• Research and analyze tax technical issues and legislative changes that impact the company.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance teams and external advisors to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the tax function.

Benefits

• Annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of base salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellness benefits, including mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K).
• Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 12 holiday and personal days, and 72 hours of sick time.

What This Job Offers

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