Tax Lead in Chicago, Illinois at Sidley Austin LLP

The Tax Lead will report to the Tax Associate Director and will be responsible for managing various projects and compliance needs that impact the Firms Tax Department worldwide. This individual will work with individuals across offices and at various levels throughout the Firm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage indirect tax (Sales & Use) compliance matters by reviewing workpapers, tax returns and issuing tax payments. Act as a contact for all the Firm's Sales & Use questions and stay abreast of indirect tax laws, ensuring indirect tax returns are filed in a timely manner;
• Supervise and review the relevant information relating to the Firms tax compliance obligations, including personal property tax, gross receipts filings, information returns, insurance tax, foreign bank account filings, and other business returns;
• Serve as a liaison between the Tax Department and other Firm departments, including Billing, Client Accounting, Conflicts & New Business, and Administration; field and independently resolve low- to medium-complexity tax inquiries, and escalate matters requiring advanced technical judgment to the appropriate team member;
• Supervise international tax withholding and related compliance obligations, including coordination of filings and reporting requirements in applicable jurisdictions; monitor ongoing compliance requirements and liaise with external advisors as needed;
• Manage the third-party tax return preparation programs, including for partners in jurisdictions where the partner is not resident or tax domiciled;
• Manage the responses for inquires received related to Sales & Use tax audits; assist with other federal, international, state and local tax audits;
• Research domestic and international tax reporting matters using IRS Tax Code, Tax Treaties, and other authoritative literature;
• Prepare memoranda to document and communicate tax issues, including plain-language summaries for non-tax stakeholders;
• Develop a strong understanding of Firm operations and the law firm industry, along with an appreciation for high quality customer service;
• Other general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and special project responsibilities, as assigned; and
• Provide general administrative assistance as needed.

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelors and/or masters degree in accounting or related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum five years of experience in a structured tax department (public or corporate)
• Customer service oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated technical and analytical skills within his/her professional background

Preferred:

• Background in partnership, individual, and international tax
• Experience working cross-functionally with billing, finance, or operations teams in a professional services environment

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and work efficiently under the pressure of meeting multiple deadline with frequent interruptions.
• Accepts responsibility, takes initiative and works independently.

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The target salary range for this role is:

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.