Senior Tax Operations Leader

Transmission & Distribution World; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary range $145,600–$200,200

25% annual bonus

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing programs

Referral bonus

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead the interim and annual tax accounting, compliance, and forecasting efforts. The role requires directing tax staff and coordinating with regulatory bodies, while ensuring accurate reporting of income and TOTIT across federal and state levels.

Based in Chicago, IL, you will analyze tax law changes, defend positions during audits, and present complex issues to senior management.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate accounting or related financial discipline is required.
• CPA or other financial certification and/or advanced degree (JD or MST) preferred.
• Ability to understand complex tax concepts and apply them to maximize after‑tax value.
• Ability to perform and direct legal research and implement complex tax planning strategies.
• Detailed knowledge of federal and state tax law affecting Exelon.
• Strong analytical ability to resolve complex tax issues and consult internal/external experts.
• Ability to direct or manage cross‑functional teams in a diverse environment.
• Strong prioritization and management skills for directing tax specialists.
• Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex tax issues to senior management in non‑technical terms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the interim and annual tax accounting process for accurate reporting of income and TOTIT.
• Oversee federal and state income tax calculations, returns, extensions, and payments.
• Forecast income tax and TOTIT obligations and model scenarios.
• Manage rate case filings, regulatory deliverables and data requests.
• Research and conclude on complex tax issues for senior leadership review.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and advise on financial impact.
• Direct performance management and development of tax staff.
• Identify and implement process improvements and risk management in tax work streams.

Skills

Tax research

Communication

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Tax policy interpretation

Education

Undergraduate Accounting or related discipline

CPA or equivalent certification; JD or MST preferred

Job description

Exelon is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead the interim and annual tax accounting, compliance, and forecasting efforts. The role requires directing tax staff and coordinating with regulatory bodies, while ensuring accurate reporting of income and TOTIT across federal and state levels.

Based in Chicago, IL, you will analyze tax law changes, defend positions during audits, and present complex issues to senior management.