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CIBC Tax Manager, Federal Tax in Chicago, Illinois
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The Tax Manager is a seasoned expert responsible for managing tax reporting and compliance, and preparing or reviewing tax returns of certain subsidiaries of CIBC. The role works with minimal direction on complex projects using deep knowledge in their field of expertise, overseeing external financial statement auditors during the review of tax provisions and tax accounts. The Tax Manager exercises considerable judgement to support the business unit on the design and implementation of business-specific processes, liaising with the taxation division and external consultants to address technical tax issues. The role uses significant latitude in determining objectives, collaborating with finance colleagues to ensure the timely delivery of accurate accounting information for reliable tax analysis. The role often operates in ambiguous situations and provides innovative, original ideas, accountable to broadly defined policy objectives.
Responsibilities
Oversee various aspects of the consolidated federal tax return compliance process such as preparation of book-to-tax differences, disclosures, forms and more.
Prepare and review the quarterly and year-end domestic tax provision (ASC 740)
Provide support for federal and state income tax audits.
Manage the process for tax fixed and intangible asset depreciation records.
Approve monthly journal entries and reconcile activity in general ledger tax accounts.
Review quarterly estimate and extension calculations and coordinate payments.
Assist with the Pillar Two calculations for the US.
Model the federal and state tax impacts of new legislation or other planning projects.
Research technical issues and collaborate on special projects.
Perform thorough review of delegated work, analyze processes, and implement improvements
Manage, mentor, and develop staff including establishing goals, delegating assignments, and providing timely feedback.
Required Skills & Experience
4 – 6+ years of progressive tax experience with public accounting firm and/or large corporate tax department focusing on Banking and Capital Markets
Experience preparing and reviewing large, consolidated federal tax returns
Strong Knowledge of OneSource OIT and OTP, excel and alteryx
Working knowledge of ASC 740 standards
Leadership and team management skills
Ability to manage projects and drive them to completion
Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.
What CIBC offers
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client and to do it well. As part of our team, you will:
Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and home.
Connect: Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity.
Develop: Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training.
Prosper: Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits programs, retirement savings, and more.
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What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions
What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
Job Location
IL-120 S LaSalle St
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
40
Skills
ASC 740, Business Taxes, Communication, Delegating Tasks, Leadership, Local Taxes, People Management, Project Management, Researching, Results-Oriented, Tax Advising, Tax Law, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Teamwork
At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.
Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.