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Tax Manager - Corporate Taxes

BDO USA
Chicago, IL, USAHybridFinance & AccountingSenior-Level$125,000 - $145,000Posted: 21 days ago
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Job Description

Job Summary:

As part of Corporate Finance, the Tax Manager, Provision & Federal Taxes joins an expanding team focused on providing tax compliance and tax planning for the organization. Specifically, this individual is responsible for coordinating the annual tax provision process and leading the preparation of BDO USA, P.C. and its affiliates federal tax returns. The Tax Manager, Provision & Federal Taxes is also responsible for reviewing tax workpapers and returns prepared by the tax staff.

The role includes facilitating tax projections for federal, state, and local income tax estimated payments, extensions, and budgets. Working through periodic federal income tax audits with a view towards obtaining no change results is another aspect of this role.

Job Duties:

Acts as the lead over the company’s tax provision process and coordinating the plan to prepare for and execute various tax projects within the tax department from beginning to end

Oversees the process of gathering the necessary data and information to prepare the corporate federal tax return

Leads the federal tax return preparation process using OneSource OIT or CorpTax

Coordinates the quarterly tax projections for federal, state, and local income tax estimated payments and tax extensions processes

Demonstrates the ability to research complex tax questions, communicate findings effectively, and implement results on various income tax returns

Assists in setting up and computing the US income tax provision and drafts the financial tax footnote disclosures, while assisting in the correspondence and support with external auditors

Acts as the primary contact for federal tax audits

Oversees and approves the reconciliation of various tax accounts within the general ledger and coordinates the associated JEs within the month end close process with the Senior Tax Accountants

Drives the process in getting the associated tax expense for budget purposes

Demonstrates the understanding and ability to execute the “BDO” Tax Manager Competencies

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises a team of Senior Tax Accountants

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education

Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, Taxation, or Finance, preferred

Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred

Experience

Six (6) or more years of experience in public accounting tax team or a corporate tax department, required

Experience preparing Federal and State tax yearly tax provisions, required

Experience preparing Federal and State corporate income tax returns, required

Exposure to multi-state and international tax preparation, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA), preferred

Software

Expert in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically, Excel and Word, required

Experience utilizing OneSource (OIT & OPT) or other CorpTax income tax software, required

Experience utilizing Oracle and OneStream or similar general ledger and consolidation tools, preferred

Language(s)

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to lead the execution of tax projects with limited supervision

Superior customer service skills

Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of BDO USA’s activities as they relate to associated taxes positions

Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels within BDO USA

Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects/tasks with an attention to detail

Ability to successfully multi-task while leading and overseeing within a group environment

Deep knowledge of federal and state income taxation and the management of fixed assets

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $125,000 - $145,000

Maryland Range: $125,000 - $145,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $125,000 - $145,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits\* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!

\*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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Job Info

Job Identification

11413

Job Category

Finance and Administration

Posting Date

08/17/2026, 09:53 PM

Job Schedule

Full time

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; 6+ years in public accounting or corporate tax, with federal and state tax provision and return preparation experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and OneSource (OIT & OPT) or CorpTax software
  • Ability to lead tax projects independently, strong communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills

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