Mars Inc

Tax Manager- Compliance and Reporting

Mars Inc • $100K — $130K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
  • 5+ years in corporate tax with federal and state compliance
  • Experience in a large corporate multinational tax environment
  • Proven project management skills from initiation to completion
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities
  • Proficient in tax software, Microsoft Office; data analytic tools preferred

Responsibilities

  • Monitor tax laws and accounting standards, assessing their impact
  • Lead preparation and review of quarterly and annual income tax provisions
  • Manage US GAAP income tax provisions and positions for various entities
  • Validate effective tax rate and balance sheet calculations
  • Oversee preparation, review, and filing of income and franchise tax returns
  • Ensure all tax compliance deadlines are met through proper calendar management
  • Evaluate and improve tax support processes for enhanced departmental efficiency

Benefits

  • Medical and dental benefits
  • 401(k) participation
  • Paid time off benefits
  • Variable pay opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Accounting and Reporting
  • Monitor changes in tax laws and accounting standards; assess impact on the company
  • Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual income tax provisions (ASC 740), including current and deferred tax calculations
  • Manage US GAAP income tax provisions and FIN 48 positions for domestic corporation, domestic and foreign partnerships, foreign corporations and disregarded entities
  • Review and validate effective tax rate (ETR) and balance sheet (payable, deferred tax) calculations
  • Coordinate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits


2. Tax Compliance
  • Manage the preparation, review, and filing of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns
  • Oversee the tax compliance calendar to ensure all deadlines are met
  • Coordinate with external tax advisors and service providers as needed
  • Review and validate supporting workpapers and documentation for tax filings


3. Additional Responsibilities
  • Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of tax support processes and proactively recommend improvements to enhance efficiency within the tax department
  • Be skilled in relationship building, nurturing team member strengths and identifying areas for improvement
  • Ability to influence stakeholders; represent and advocate for team needs
  • Provide tax advice and support to business units on various tax matters including Federal and State concerns, W-9 requests, local exemption forms


Qualifications and Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate tax; Federal and state U.S. income tax compliance and financial statement accounting
  • Large corporate multinational tax environment experience
  • Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to execute initiatives from beginning to completion
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience in data analytic systems (Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI) preferred


The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 0.00 - USD 0.00

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
Learn more about Mars Inc
Size
125,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1911
* Ladders Estimates

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