Senior Tax Manager, State & Local (EDGE)

EY; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Financial Services - Tax Manager in Chicago to deliver and manage state & local tax, income tax work for clients within a hybrid model. You will collaborate across teams in EY’s FSO EDGE, applying deep tax knowledge and leadership to drive effective tax strategies and client service.

The role requires at least 5 years of relevant tax experience, professional credentials, and a commitment to continuous learning while building strong client relationships across a diverse practice.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• CPA, Enrolled Agent, or Licensed Attorney
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in professional services or professional tax organization.
• A thorough understanding of automated tax processing systems and laws within your area of technical professionalism.
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills, and the confidence to challenge senior colleagues and stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• A commitment to continuing your learning.

Responsibilities

• A Services Manager in FSO EDGE State & Local Tax will be responsible for delivering and managing tax compliance and consulting work for clients.
• Identify problem areas and items that need to be addressed or escalated to ensure client needs are completed timely and accurately.
• Work in a highly collaborative culture with colleagues from different practices.
• Analyzing an evolving portfolio of complex tax operations to provide meaningful business insights.
• Identifying potential opportunities and risks and communicating these to clients.
• Developing clear, intelligent plans to improve clients' tax activities.
• Building long-lasting relationships to tailor advice to client needs.
• Managing, coaching and developing a team of tax professionals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline

CPA, Enrolled Agent, or Licensed Attorney

Job description

EY is seeking a Financial Services - Tax Manager in Chicago to deliver and manage state & local tax, income tax work for clients within a hybrid model. You will collaborate across teams in EY’s FSO EDGE, applying deep tax knowledge and leadership to drive effective tax strategies and client service.

The role requires at least 5 years of relevant tax experience, professional credentials, and a commitment to continuous learning while building strong client relationships across a diverse practice.