Senior Tax Accountant – Global Compliance & Strategy

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation days

Personal days

Volunteer days

Company holidays

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to oversee U.S., state, and international tax compliance, ensuring accurate quarterly and annual provisions. This role partners with external advisors to coordinate tax activities and supports preparation of federal, state, and local filings within a global multi-entity framework.

The position also manages international tax compliance across jurisdictions, drives process improvements, mentors junior staff, and contributes to global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; master's and CPA preferred.
• 2+ years in accounting or tax; 3+ years preferred.
• Strong Excel skills; international tax knowledge; experience with auditors helpful.

Responsibilities

• U.S. & Multi-State Tax Compliance: Assist in preparation and review federal and state income tax workpapers and filings.
• Tax Provision & External Coordination: Coordinate with external advisors on quarterly and annual tax provision processes and reporting.
• International Tax & Cross-Border Support: Assist with international tax compliance, reporting, and cross-border matters for a global, multi-entity structure.
• Tax Accounting & Reporting: Prepare tax account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Audits, Risk & Issue Resolution: Support tax audits and notices, identify and track tax risks, and partner with accounting teams to resolve issues.
• Process Improvement & Tax Operations: Maintain tax calendars and documentation, perform tax research, and support automation and internal controls.
• Performs other duties as assigned; Complies with all policies and standards.
• The wage range for this position is $82,730.00-$124,090.00 and may vary by geography.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

CargoWise

OneStream

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to oversee U.S., state, and international tax compliance, ensuring accurate quarterly and annual provisions. This role partners with external advisors to coordinate tax activities and supports preparation of federal, state, and local filings within a global multi-entity framework.

The position also manages international tax compliance across jurisdictions, drives process improvements, mentors junior staff, and contributes to global