Senior Tax Manager

PEAK6; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK6 is seeking a highly qualified Senior Tax Manager to lead tax strategy, compliance, and planning efforts for financial services entities. This hybrid role involves overseeing tax compliance and reporting, optimizing tax positions, and providing strategic guidance on M&A activities. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in corporate tax and a strong technical background to enhance compliance and reporting functions.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Competitive PTO

401k match

Parental leave

HSA contribution match

Paid subscription to the Calm app

Generous external learning and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, ideally in public accounting and corporate roles.
• Strong expertise in ASC 740, corporate federal and state income tax compliance, and tax planning.
• Experience with M&A activity, including due diligence and integration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of federal, state, and international tax compliance.
• Provide strategic tax planning guidance and manage tax implications for new business initiatives.
• Play a key role in M&A transactions, including structuring and due diligence.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Tax Planning

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

CPA and/or MST preferred

Tools

OneSource

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Who We Are

We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets.

Who We Are

We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets.

About This Role

PEAK6 is seeking a highly qualified Senior Tax Manager to join our Tax team. This person will work with the existing Tax team to lead various tax strategy, compliance, and planning efforts, with a focus on federal and state income tax matters, for significant financial services entities and investments. Reporting to the Head of Tax, this role will ensure compliance with ASC 740, lead tax planning initiatives, support M&A activity, and optimize the company’s state and federal tax positions to achieve overall financial objectives. The ideal candidate will bring significant expertise in corporate tax, a strong technical background, and a proven ability to leverage technology and process improvements to enhance tax compliance and reporting functions.

This role is hybrid and can be based out of our Austin or Chicago offices.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of federal, state, and international tax compliance, including timely and accurate preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns.
• Lead the preparation and review of income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 and ensure ongoing compliance with quarterly and annual reporting requirements.
• Develop, implement, and manage tax processes to meet reporting deadlines and compliance mandates efficiently.
  
  

Tax Strategy & Planning:

• Provide strategic tax planning guidance to optimize the company’s tax structure, reduce risks, and maximize tax efficiencies.
• Manage tax implications related to new business initiatives, product expansion, and entering into new jurisdictions.
• Advise senior leadership on the impact of new tax laws, regulations, and proposed legislation, ensuring compliance with future requirements and identifying potential opportunities or risks.
  
  

Mergers & Acquisitions:

• Play a critical advisory role in M&A transactions, including structuring, due diligence, integration planning, and execution.
• Evaluate and mitigate tax risks related to acquisition and merger transactions, and collaborate with internal and external advisors to ensure seamless transitions.
  
  

Tax Technology & Process Optimization:

• Leverage OneSource or similar tax technology platforms to streamline tax compliance and reporting activities.
• Support the implementation of technology tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of tax operations.
  
  

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing tax team, providing strategic direction and fostering professional growth.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Accounting, Finance, and Legal, to align on business activities and their tax implications.
  
  

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field; CPA and/or MST preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting and in-house corporate roles, with prior exposure to the Fintech industry a plus.
• Strong expertise in ASC 740, corporate federal and state income tax compliance, and tax planning.
• Experience with M&A activity, including due diligence, structuring, and post-acquisition integration.
• Working knowledge of tax software and technology tools, with experience using OneSource highly preferred.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to think strategically while executing operationally.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals.
  
  

OUR REWARDS

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package.

Base Salary Range

$129,600-$162,000

PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at [e-mail]. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

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