US International Tax Manager

Caterpillar•Peoria, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a U.S. International Tax Manager in the Reporting & Analysis group at Caterpillar, you will handle aspects of the U.S. Consolidated Federal Income Tax return, focusing on U.S. international activities related to earnings and profits, Subpart F, and NCTI. You will contribute to complex tax compliance and provision activities, special projects, and support for the IRS income tax audit. The role combines technical and business knowledge to produce high-quality work, document compliance positions in a changing legislative environment, and apply critical thinking to controls and analysis. The position is onsite five days a week in Peoria, Illinois; Irving, Texas; or Nashville, Tennessee. Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify, and travel is expected to be 5–10%. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a business-related field.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible tax-related experience.
Knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and guidance, and ability to gather information for tax analysis and explain U.S. tax impacts.
Ability to communicate effectively with a global audience and avoid tax technical jargon when communicating with business partners.
Problem-solving skills, including recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems while considering alternatives and stakeholder perspectives.
Accuracy and attention to detail in complex analysis and timely, precise status updates.

Nice To Haves

Strong U.S. international tax compliance experience, including earnings and profits and income inclusions.
Experience with Corptax software.
Strong knowledge of M365 and familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform.
Strong communication skills, initiative, analytical ability, and good judgment.
Proven ability to manage projects.
Collaborative, team-oriented approach and 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 Forms 5471 and 8858.
Work with business partners and technical specialists to ensure appropriate preparation and review of technical areas.
Analyze and interpret proposed changes to U.S. tax legislation and regulations and assess their 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.
Support complex tax compliance and provision activities, special projects, and the IRS income tax audit.