US Tax Manager | Elite Trading Firm
Location
Chicago, IL
Overview:
Pearse are excited to be exclusively partnering with one of the world’s fastest growing trading and market making firms as they scale their tax team. Leveraging advanced technologies, data driven insights and a focus on hiring top tier talent, they’ve quickly become a leader in the space.
With a rapidly scaling presence in the US, with Chicago being their fastest growing office, and locations in London, two other European locations, and Asia, they’re now capitalising on favourable market conditions and expanding beyond 400 headcount globally following their best performing financial year to date.
Role & Responsibilities:
The US Tax Manager will report directly to a very experienced Global Head of Tax, leading on all US Tax matters and becoming an integral member of a small team of 4. The US Tax Manager will also work closely with the CFO and wider finance team to improve processes and implement effective controls.
Responsibilities include:
Responsible for being the lead tax contact across the business for US operations, with ownership of the US tax function
Oversee the preparation and filing of federal and state tax returns and support the team with international tax filings
Collaborate with the Finance team to streamline tax reporting processes and establish robust controls
Review and document transfer pricing to ensure domestic and global compliance
Lead the development and upkeep of the Group’s tax governance framework
Partner with teams across the organization to integrate a tax perspective into key business decisions
Support the Head of Indirect Tax with the preparation of indirect tax forms
Support with US and international withholding tax matters, including documentation and compliance with FATCA and CRS regimes
Work with the wider tax team and external advisors to provide tax guidance on new business initiatives
Conduct thorough research on complex tax issues and developing US tax regulations
Identify performance gaps and areas for potential improvement
Package:
Competitive annual salary plus significant bonus
Benefits including full medical, dental and vision cover (including for dependents) 401(k)
Requirements:
Fully Qualified (CPA or MST)
6+ years of experience in US tax, with a preference for financial services or Big 4
Strong understanding of key tax principles
Excellent communication skills with an ability to present to senior stakeholders
Incredibly ambitious with a desire to continue learning
Autonomous professionals who can work well both independently and as part of a team
Connect with our Senior Consultant, Charlie Whitaker, to hear more.
charliewhitaker@pearseprofessionals.com
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