U.S. International Tax Manager

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

About The Position

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. As a U.S. International Tax Manager in the Reporting & Analysis group, you will be responsible for aspects of the U.S. Consolidated Federal Income Tax return with a focus on US International activities for earnings and profits, Subpart F, and GILTI. This experienced tax professional will be a valued member on a team that performs complex compliance and provision activities, leads special projects, and provides support for the IRS income tax audit. The role will challenge you to combine technical and business knowledge to complete a high-quality work product, adapt to a rapidly changing legislative environment by documenting compliance positions and demonstrate critical thinking skills through the implementation of controls and analysis.

Requirements

The position typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or business related degree and 5+ years of progressively responsible tax related experience.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts; corresponds with a global audience and avoids tax technical jargon when communicating with business partners.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches and tools for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to alternatives scenarios with understanding of stakeholder perspectives.
Tax Operations: Knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and guidance; utilizes tools to identify and gather the information necessary for preparing tax analysis and explains rationale behind U.S. tax impacts.
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete complex analysis and steward status updates with timeliness and precision.

Nice To Haves

Strong tax compliance experience in U.S. international taxation, including earnings & profits and income inclusions
Experience with Corptax software
Strong knowledge of M365 and familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform
Strong communication skills, initiative, analysis, and good judgment
Proven ability to manage projects
Collaborative and team-oriented personality with the ability to build and foster relationships throughout the organization
Understanding of accounting and business processes

Responsibilities

Prepare complex International compliance computations for earnings and profits, Subpart F, NCTI, and U.S. International forms, including Form 5471 and 8858.
Work closely with business partners and technical specialists to ensure appropriate preparation and review on technical areas
Analyze and interpret proposed changes to US tax legislations and regulations with regard to the impact on compliance requirements
Lead projects related to process improvements, implementation of controls, or other planning initiatives
Analyze and develop responses to support tax authority inquiries