What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Tax Manager position at Buckingham Search?
International Tax Manager – Renewable Energy | Chicago HQ |
đź“Ť Chicago, IL (5 days in office)
Join a mission-driven company that’s shaping the future of clean energy across the globe. With a proven track record of innovation, this organization develops, builds, owns, and operates sustainable power solutions that support communities and meet today’s energy demands—head-on.
They’re looking for an International Tax Manager to support their growing global footprint. This is a high-impact role within a collaborative tax team, perfect for someone who thrives in complexity, loves cross-border problem solving, and is eager to build out scalable processes in a fast-moving environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage Canadian income tax compliance and provision, including 40 returns and ASC 740 reporting.
- Lead GST/HST compliance—prepare monthly returns, reconcile accruals, and handle audits.
- Oversee U.S. international tax compliance (Forms 5471, 8865, 8858) with external partners.
- Review and manage 1042 reporting, W-8/CRS form validation, and foreign tax credit filings.
- Prepare tax basis balance sheets and Section 987 equity pools for foreign subsidiaries.
- Support and review transfer pricing analysis and Schedule K-2/K-3 filings.
- Own the international tax provision (ASC 740), including reviews and GAAP entries.
- Ensure global compliance—oversee in-country support, residency certificates, and entity elections.
- Drive process improvement and tech initiatives across the tax function.
- Manage service providers, mentor junior staff, and lead strategic tax projects.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA or Master’s in Taxation preferred).
- 5 years of progressive international tax experience in a multinational or public accounting firm setting.
- Strong command of U.S. tax rules and international tax compliance.
- Proficiency in tax software (e.g., OneSource) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects, mentor talent, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
Bonus Points:
âś… Experience in energy, real estate, or infrastructure sectors
âś… In-house and public accounting experience
âś… Fluency in French and familiarity with Quebec tax matters
Ready to make an impact at a company powering the future of energy? Let’s talk!
