Tax Senior Associate

Jet Support Services, Inc.•Chicago, IL

1d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

JSSI is looking to add a Tax Senior Associate to its global tax function to support the companyâs rapidly evolving and dynamic business. This role will focus on tax compliance, reporting, and planning matters while partnering closely with Finance, Accounting, and external advisors. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a growing, complex, multinational organization. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to help solve complex tax issues, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to an organization with ambitious goals. We are open when it comes to the start date.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA or progress toward CPA.
Minimum of 2 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or an industry role with a large multinational company.
Familiarity with U.S. federal and state income tax compliance and reporting for C corporations and pass-through entities.
Year-end income tax provision experience (ASC 740).
Strong Excel skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with multinational companies and international tax concepts.
Hands-on experience with tax provision and data management software (e.g. OneSource, Alteryx, or similar tools).
Knowledge of indirect taxes related to global operations (e.g. VAT, GST, sales/use tax).
Ability to extract, validate, and reconcile tax data from ERP and financial systems.
Exposure to tax issues related to M&A transactions.
Experience working on tax planning initiatives.
History of researching and analyzing tax technical issues and documenting the conclusions.

Responsibilities

Work with outside tax advisors on U.S. federal, state and local, and international income tax compliance for both flow-through and C-corporation legal entities.
Assist in preparation of the year-end income tax provision under ASC 740.
Prepare tax account reconciliations for income tax and indirect tax accounts.
Assist with certain special projects including but not limited to the companyâs annual R&D credit, UNICAP, interest expense capitalization, GILTI, and BEAT.
Support indirect tax workstreams, including liaising with external providers who prepare the indirect tax returns.
Investigate and address queries and notices from tax authorities.
Initiate and assist in the implementation of departmental process improvements, including the use of tax technology and automation tools.
Assist with the tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, and internal reorganizations.
Identify and assist with tax planning opportunities.