Job Title: Tax – Manager – International Tax Services – Multiple Positions

Approved Locations: 171 N. Clark Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60601. 10% travel to various unanticipated locations in relation to required attendance of client meetings, conferences, and other client matters. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. May work remotely.

Job Description:

As the Tax – Manager – International Tax Services, you’’ll manage international tax services that provide measurable value and advise clients from a range of different industries on international tax matters.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Oversee clients’ cross-border tax issues and enhance the overall effectiveness of their custom tax strategy.

• Supervise, train, and mentor Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns on international tax projects and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews.

• Manage international tax issues for assigned portfolio of clients.

• Review complex business returns with international complexities and make recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities.

• Oversee staff as they utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters.

• Ensure responses to inquiries by the IRS and other tax authorities are completed timely and accurately.

• Make high-level decisions and ensure successful management of each client portfolio.

• Supervise 8 subordinate employees.

You have the following technical skills and qualifications:

• Requirement - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related, or combination of education and work experience or certifications deemed to be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related, or the foreign degree equivalent, and 5 years of progressively more responsible experience as an International Tax Associate, Manager, or Associate Director, or an alternate related acceptable occupation.

• Relevant experience - Work or academic experience must have included: supervising staff and leading international tax projects; advising multi-national clients on international corporate tax matters and issues; managing a portfolio of corporate tax clients, including multinationals, mid-market and private-equity backed businesses; tax software such as GoSystems, CCH Axcess, OneSource Income Tax, and Corp Tax; providing tax consulting advice to U.S. multinationals with U.K. and European activities, providing advice and solutions to clients on cross-border tax issues; coaching staff, managing staff performance, and supporting staff development; running client meetings and workshops in relation to project management and in relation to business development; and management of billing procedures and management project performance metrics.

10% travel to various unanticipated locations in relation to required attendance of client meetings, conferences, and other client matters. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. May work remotely

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.

• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.

• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers

• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next:

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits:

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

  Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.