International Finance Group

Lead Analyst, International Tax

Job #28661
$140,000/Yr
  • Location: Libertyville, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #28661
  • Salary: $140,000

Summary
This role focuses on international tax matters related to income tax accounting and compliance. As a senior individual contributor and subject-matter expert, the position supports complex international tax provision calculations, U.S. tax reporting, and global transparency initiatives. The role works closely with finance, treasury, and tax teams to ensure technical accuracy, consistent policy application, and ongoing process improvements across international tax operations.

This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with regular in-office presence expected. Work authorization sponsorship is not available.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation and review of international tax calculations, including items such as Subpart F income, global minimum tax provisions, foreign tax credits, and other cross-border tax considerations.
  • Calculate and maintain earnings and profits for foreign subsidiaries, including tracking relevant tax pools and balances.
  • Act as a technical resource for U.S. federal tax reporting, coordinating data collection and reviewing international tax filings and disclosures.
  • Collaborate with regional teams to gather information required for global minimum tax compliance and related reporting obligations.
  • Support the effective tax rate (ETR) process by providing inputs, analyzing changes, and communicating impacts to stakeholders.
  • Review tax provision data from international business units, including current and deferred taxes, payable balances, and uncertain tax positions.
  • Maintain and support tax provision and compliance systems and related data.
  • Partner with treasury and other departments on cross-border activities such as intercompany financing, dividends, withholding taxes, and foreign exchange considerations.
  • Stay informed on global tax law changes and assess potential implications.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and documentation within international tax functions.

Core Responsibilities and Expectations

  • Communicate effectively across multiple platforms and stakeholder groups.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support organizational priorities.
  • Manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analyze and maintain data using financial systems and tools.
  • Prepare reports and insights for internal use.
  • Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable standards.
  • Contribute to or lead special projects and initiatives.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support audit and regulatory requirements as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree with significant relevant experience in tax or accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA or equivalent).
  • Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
  • Familiarity with tax provision and compliance software.
  • Knowledge of accounting for income taxes under applicable standards (e.g., ASC 740).
  • Strong analytical skills, particularly with large and complex data sets.
  • Experience working in multinational environments with global tax considerations.
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