Tax Accountant - Global Compliance Reporting jobs at Ey in United States, Chicago

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Finance fuels our lives. Banking, Insurance and Wealth management, create the foundations for growth, prosperity and peace of mind. No other Industry touches so many people or shapes so many lives.

Amid sweeping regulatory change, today’s financial services institutions are focusing on digital transformation, convergence and disruption from an array of nontraditional competitors — all while meeting greater demands for trust and transparency.

We recruit, train and nurture a diverse set of people who dedicate their minds to building the future of financial services. Together, we explore new perspectives with innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to deliver exceptional client service and ensure that what we do today, counts for tomorrow.

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It has multiple fields of play such as:

Supply Chain and Operations - we provide a unique combination of industry-specific, strategic, operational and financial insights, digital technology advances and strategic alliance partners to deliver better outcomes and also help clients effect fundamental change in their operations’ performance to support sales growth, become more cost competitive, minimize risk and ensure operational resilience.

Technical Excellence

• Demonstrated expertise in the payments ecosystem, particularly in retail payment systems, to provide strategic and operational insights. Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and technology platforms related to payments, facilitating informed decision-making for clients. Proficient in business strategy and operating model design to optimize client operations in the payments sector. Ability to analyze market trends and provide actionable recommendations for new product development and market entry strategies. Experience in leading program management efforts, ensuring successful delivery of projects and alignment with client objectives.

Qualification

• Master of Business Administration
• Post Graduate Diploma in Management

Experience

• Payments (3+ Years)

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful, and able to sustain positive energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Handling tax in such a large, sophisticated organization takes more than just a technical understanding of current tax practices. As a Sales and Use Tax Manager, we will look to you to apply your knowledge to a wide range of tax areas and processes, devising strategic outcomes to some very complex issues. In return, you can expect the support of some of the most engaging colleagues around, as well as plenty of opportunities to progress your career.

Our tax function is constantly evolving, and it’s here you’ll find everything you need to grow as we do. It’s all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.

Your key responsibilities

It’s fair to say there’s no average day for a Sales and Use Tax Manager – so you’re likely to spend your time on a diverse array of projects, responsibilities and tasks. Whatever you’re working on, our clients will turn to you for up-to-the-minute tax advice they can always rely on. To make that happen, you’ll be working in a highly collaborative culture, where listening to and sharing information with colleagues is an essential part of the role.

Skills and attributes for success

• Analyzing an evolving portfolio of complex tax operations to provide meaningful business insights
• Identifying potential opportunities and risks and communicating these to our clients
• Learning and researching current market trends, to maintain your credibility as a trusted advisor
• Developing clear, intelligent plans and approaches to improve our clients’ tax activities
• Researching our clients’ business operations and building long-lasting relationships to tailor your advice to their specific needs
• Managing a motivated team of professionals, guaranteeing they have the skills, knowledge and opportunities to reach their full potential

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline
• Professional knowledge in a broad range of sales and use tax processes, concepts and tools
• Experience managing budgets, people and projects
• A proven record of excellence in a professional services or tax organization
• Technical writing and research experience in a tax context
• The ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects
• Strong influencing skills, and the confidence to question existing processes
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

You’ll also have

• An achieved CPA qualification, certification as a member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, CMI designation, or be a member of a state bar

What we look for

We’re interested in people with initiative who are not afraid to speak up, with a genuine desire to make things better across the business. You’ll need strong software skills and the ability to handle complex data from multiple sources. If you’re ready to further build on your reputation as a professional advisor, this role is for you.

As a Transaction Tax senior manager, you'll be right at the heart of the action. You'll work with many of the world's largest organizations, fastest-growing companies and private equity firms on some of the most complex deals. You'll be advising clients throughout the transaction lifecycle on key drivers to increase value and reduce the risks and uncertainty inherent in transactions.
Our Transactions practice is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise, and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs. Our Transaction Tax practice helps our clients plan, execute and integrate their transaction strategies. Our services include deal structuring, due diligence, post-deal integration, internal restructuring, distressed debt and bankruptcy, tax attribute management and planning, and drafting opinions and IRS ruling requests.Your key responsibilities
As a Senior Manager you will be a vital member of the team developing and implementing transactions. You'll spend your time on a diverse array of project and clients in a highly collaborative culture. We'll look to you to develop strong relationships with our clients and team effectively with internal resources while developing and coaching senior and manager level engagement team members.Skills and attributes for success
• Lead multiple client engagement teams, participating in due diligence and structuring engagements related to transactions for private equity and strategic corporate clients
• Review merger agreements and provide opinion letters
• Identify and analyze tax risks and opportunities while advising on alternative tax strategies for acquisition, disposition, and restructuring of businesses
• Review, assess, and advise clients regarding tax computations reflected in their financial models; and assist clients in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the tax data in their financial projections for the transaction

To qualify for the role you must have
• US CPA or member of US State bar
• A bachelor's degree and around 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and 7 years of related work experience
• Tax due diligence, deal structuring, and post-acquisition planning experience
• Experience managing budgets, projects and people

Ideally, you'll also have
• Strong writing, research, analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in fast paced professional services environment
• Willingness and ability to travel, when necessary

What we look for
We're interested in experienced tax professionals with a collaborative, client-focused approach to work. You'll need strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize when working with multiple clients. If you're a naturally curious problem solver with confidence to get involved and support colleagues and clients across the business, this role is for you.

As a Manager in the FSO Tax Banking and Capital Markets ('BCM') practice you will be the center of engagements with multinational financial institutions. You will be entrusted with leading teams of people, running the operations of engagements that have significant importance to the firm, ensuring the quality and timeliness of deliverables to clients, building relationships with engagement stakeholders, and developing tax technical positions relating to ever evolving tax technical regulations.

Your key responsibilities

You will support the development of younger members of the firm by being a mentor or coach. You will be responsible for resource planning and overseeing engagement economics. You will develop work plans, formulate tax technical points of view, and ultimately create deliverables for the client. You will learn to anticipate client inquires, questions, needs, and issues. Engagements may involve tax accounting, tax compliance, federal/state/international tax planning, process improvements, information reporting and withholding.

You will have continual direct contact with clients, internal executives, industry groups and peers. You will build deep relationships by participating in round table discussions, client events, EY team building activities and through day-to-day interactions. You will support a diverse array of clients, from organizations focused on a single strategy (e.g., retail banking) to multinational financial conglomerates who are actively involved in all financial businesses. You will be exposed to and relied on to understand these client business activities and advise on the tax regulations which continue to evolve.

Skills and attributes for success

• A firm grasp on the sections of the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations that are relevant to FSO clients
• Identifying opportunities for improvements in operating efficiencies on both internal projects and client engagements
• Using the work performed on our tax compliance and tax provision engagements as a means of identifying opportunities for additional work that would be beneficial for the client
• An ability to synthesize information quickly and efficiently resolve issues
• Mastering a working knowledge of tax compliance forms including state, and local jurisdictions and how they interact with one another
• Complete oversight of the engagement economics of each of the engagements to which you are assigned

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant Tax experience
• CPA or licensed Attorney
• Tax experience in the banking industry or with banking clients is highly desired
• Broad exposure to federal income taxation

Ideally, you'll also have

• Excellent organizational skills
• SEC experience
• Proven experience in managing teams

What we look for

• Leadership ' conducts him or herself in manner that inspires, educates, commands respect.
• Patience & Organization ' in high performing environment, delays beyond our control occur. It's important to have the ability to put tasks to the side (to allow for the dust to settle) and move on to other tasks.
• Passion & Drive ' Being in management in public accounting is not a spectator sport. It requires constant movement and reinvention.

Tax - Tax Technology and Transformation – Finance Transformation - Manager

Join our dynamic team as a manager and be at the forefront of finance and tax thought leadership and innovation. In this role, you will co-create strategies that empower client leaders to drive long-term business value and achieve success in their tax functions. Your expertise will be pivotal in designing future-proof operating models that meet rigorous reporting, regulatory, and control standards, all while leveraging cutting-edge technologies. You will craft compelling cases for change, encompassing both financial and non-financial factors, and lead the execution of comprehensive finance and tax transformation programs.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in FT, you will play a critical role in leading and delivering innovative business processes and solutions. You will work individually and lead teams to create strategic solutions to navigate through complex challenges and learning opportunities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Support the day-to-day delivery and execution of tax and finance assessment and transformation programs, including:
  • Lead and manage individual workstreams
  • Prepare business proposals and presentations
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis
  • Conduct client workshops to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Understand client issues and design and implement transformative solutions
  • Deliver high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget
  • Monitor project progress and risks and report these to team leadership
  • Provide support to client representatives as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute transformation initiatives that align with clients' business objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on finance and tax matters
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Demonstrate knowledge in the areas of finance and tax operations and processes, finance and tax operating models, shared service centers, and finance and tax technologies

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Tax, Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of related work experience
• Advanced certification: US Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), PMP, Six Sigma Green or Black belt preferred
• Experience conducting finance and tax function assessments
• Experience with multidisciplinary projects that impact tax, including ERP implementations, tax co-sourcing engagements, and/or finance transformations
• Experience managing and supervising teams of professional employees and mentoring team members through development feedback and performance processes, and providing structured, on-the-job feedback
• Experience leading workshops and client-facing presentations
• Experience in project management for large scale transformation programs, preparing and delivering reports, and managing program budget and timelines effectively
• A natural aptitude for learning, problem solving and an entrepreneurial approach to work
• Broad exposure to federal income taxation, statutory reporting, payroll or other related finance activities
• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills; problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Excellent English language communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to capture and synthesize business requirements
• Flexibility and willingness to travel as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to break down complex topics into digestible and relevant points for a diverse set of clients and colleagues, at all levels
• Ability to identify process efficiency opportunities to help clients realize significant performance improvements quickly, while challenging and inspiring both coworkers and clients in thinking about diverse situations in new and transformative ways
• Develop your knowledge and experience to provide innovative insights for client’s issues and contribute to thought leadership. You'll actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives
• Effectively manage and motivate client engagement teams with diverse skills and backgrounds. Foster an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment. Play an active role in counselling and mentoring junior consultants within the organization
• Foster relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels. Consistently deliver quality client services
• Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes

Ideally, you will also have

• Ability to contribute to business development by working to develop proposals and participate in oral presentations; provide high-quality services/work products; build relationships with clients understanding their unique needs to provide a tailored service
• Cultivate and manage business development opportunities. Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients. Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and networks
• Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge

Risk Consulting - Regulatory Compliance - Power Utilities-Manager

The objective of our consulting risk services is to provide clients with a candid and reliable overview of their risk landscape. Our solutions can be used by our clients to build confidence and trust with their customers, the overall market, and when required by regulation or contract.

Your key responsibilities

You will be responsible for leading and managing consulting projects focused on regulatory compliance for power utilities. You will develop and implement compliance strategies and programs tailored to client needs, conduct regulatory risk assessments, and provide actionable recommendations. You will stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure clients are informed and compliant. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions, mentor and develop junior consultants, and build and maintain strong client relationships. You will also contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations.

Skills and attributes for success

• Provide guidance and share knowledge with team members and participate in overseeing procedures, especially focusing on complex, judgmental, and/or specialized issues.
• Evaluate regulatory accounting treatment applied by the client.
• Analyze and interpret relevant regulations and key industry guidelines (such as general rate case for regulated utilities) to understand client implications.
• Review detailed flowcharts based on stakeholder walkthroughs to outline key worksteps, identify relevant systems and data points, and inventory risks and controls.
• Assess large data sets and sample evidence to support detailed testing and regulatory compliance filings.
• Leverage strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate regulations, related considerations, and testing conclusions to key stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with client management to manage expectations of service, including work products, timing, and deliverables.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of compliance, financial, and operational risks along with performing internal control testing, developing audit plans, and providing regulatory compliance services on an outsourcing basis.
• Bring and utilize knowledge of the client's business/industry to identify technological developments and evaluate impacts on the client's business.
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess what the firm can deliver to serve clients.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's or master's degree.
• CPA certification
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance within the power utilities sector.
• Proven track record of managing consulting projects and delivering results.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Bring experience in applying relevant technical skills related to accounting, external auditing or forensic accounting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A bachelor's or master's degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related discipline.

What we look for

We’re interested in highly motivated talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market.

US – Tax – National Tax – EDGE – GCR – Accounting Compliance & Reporting (ACR) - Tax Services Manager

Our Accounting Compliance & Reporting (ACR) practice, focusing on helping clients effectively manage global bookkeeping and finance compliance obligations proactively and responsibly in 150+ countries where EY provides ACR services. Our quality service and technical network enable you to help clients reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risk and drive process improvement within their global finance operations. We believe that by managing clients' finance functions, we can make a critical difference and you'll be at the heart of this mission.

Your key responsibilities

As a Tax Services Manager, you'll work on engagements that span 100+ countries with local EY teams of 300+ people and have the opportunity to assist in the growth of this practice. You'll assist in validation and governance of global finance operations utilizing one global methodology to track the end-to-end process and provide subsidiary governance throughout legal-entity life cycle to mitigate risk and increase corporate transparency.

Skills and attributes for success

• Manage and provide timely and high-quality services and work products that exceed client expectations including daily contact with EY local ACR teams to ensure contracted services are delivered on time and accurately the first time
• Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products and responding to queries from clients and internal stakeholders on a timely manner
• Serve as the point of contact for applicable client relationships demonstrating knowledge of client businesses
• Help develop and guide senior/staff and other junior professionals by providing effective performance feedback and ensuring team responsibilities are consistent with skills and developmental goals
• Assist in deploying the right engagement team leveraging US ACR resources as well as ACR resources located in Global Delivery Service locations.
• Build on technical competence by keeping up to date on global trends, developments and regulations and applying them to moderately complex situations and undertaking non-routine, complex project-type work as requested by clients
• Exhibit competency in technology by maintaining complex sets of data, reviewing data analytics and analyzing trends including the collection of data as per agreed financial statement close timelines and other requirements
• Ensure the statutory reporting and bookkeeping processes/procedures documentation is relevant, up-to-date and is used at all times
• Take ownership of engagements and make decisions and resolve issues including the escalation of client and internal partner issues while having a strong ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Contribute to the overall success of the team by developing a thorough understanding of EY methodologies and tools to enhance service delivery; keeping team members informed of work status; actively seeking assignments when unassigned; proactively seeking opportunities to provide ACR services; challenging traditional procedures used in the past; and attempting to find new approaches and process improvement opportunities
• Help build the practice by assisting with the scoping of new opportunities and proposal development, as well as participating in oral presentations

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, finance, or other related business major
• 5 - 7 years' work experience in audit/accounting
• Approved technical certification, CPA license or membership to state Bar is required
• Knowledge of global statutory reporting and/or bookkeeping, preferably with experience across multiple countries
• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills; problem-solving ability and attention to details
• US- GAAP knowledge including GAAP reconciliation experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Business English
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and IT concepts
• Ability to analyze historical legal entity financial information to understand and determine what GAAP to GAAP and other adjustments are required, how they are calculated and how they should be rolled forward in the preparation of statutory financial statements
• Ability to apply technical accounting knowledge to analyze account balances, reconciliations and other financial matter in the course of closing the accounts on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis
• Ability to understand the detailed issues underlying the status of deliverable completion, such as statutory reporting or month-end close, to identify the root cause, develop potential solutions and clear impediments for remediation
• Ability to undertake continuous improvement projects to drive improved quality, visibility, efficiency and client experience
• Ability to influence change within EY and with clients, leveraging technical knowledge, experience and relationships
• Ability to travel 20-30% to client locations

Ideally, you'll also have

• Client-facing exposure in a global role
• Basic understanding of IT systems (SAP, Oracle, Business Central)
• Basic understanding of other compliance activities such as global indirect tax (VAT, GST, etc.) and corporate tax compliance.
• IFRS knowledge