Sr. Manager, Tax

Natus Sensory Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Wellness Program

Dental & Vision Benefits

EAP Services

Legal Services

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Natus Sensory is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to oversee domestic and international tax compliance, coordinating with external advisors and finance teams across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities include transfer pricing, tax planning, and M&A due diligence, ensuring accurate tax reporting and timely filings while supporting cross-border operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's in Taxation preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, preferably multinational or public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead domestic and international tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal teams for timely filings.
• Oversee transfer pricing studies and intercompany documentation.
• Support tax planning, M&A due diligence, and post-acquisition tax integration.
• Liaise with tax authorities and manage audits and inquiries.

Skills

CPA

Transfer pricing

Tax compliance

Multinational experience

M&A tax due diligence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Master's in Taxation preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

Tax software (e.g., Thomson Reuters)

Job description

FOR MORE THAN 80 YEARS, Natus has been committed to serving the varying needs of clinicians, delivering the highest-quality solutions to raise the standard of care for patients everywhere. Our comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic sensory solutions are designed to simplify workflows for sensory specialists, ensuring care teams have the right instrumentation to give patients the right support - and greater peace of mind.

Department: Finance
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Location: [Insert Location]

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for managing the company's domestic and international tax compliance activities, including the coordination and compilation of financial information required for corporate tax returns, international tax filings, and other statutory reporting requirements.

This position will serve as the primary internal resource for tax-related matters, coordinating with external tax advisors, international finance teams, and government tax authorities. The role will also oversee transfer pricing compliance, support tax planning initiatives, assist with mergers and acquisitions, address ad hoc tax matters, and ensure the company meets its tax reporting and filing obligations across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance & Financial Information Compilation

• Coordinate and manage the collection, preparation, and reconciliation of financial information required for annual corporate income tax returns.
• Work with accounting and finance teams to compile supporting schedules, trial balances, general ledger details, and other financial information required by external tax advisors.
• Review tax return workpapers and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage tax filing calendars and ensure all domestic and international tax deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to facilitate timely and accurate preparation and filing of tax returns.

2. International Tax Compliance

• Manage international tax compliance requirements across the company's foreign subsidiaries and legal entities.
• Coordinate the preparation and filing of foreign corporate income tax returns and other applicable statutory tax filings.
• Monitor international tax developments and assess their potential impact on the company.
• Coordinate with local finance teams and external advisors to address international tax matters, including withholding taxes, foreign tax credits, and other cross-border tax considerations.
• Support compliance with U.S. international tax requirements, including GILTI, Subpart F, and other applicable international tax provisions.

3. Transfer Pricing

• Coordinate the preparation and periodic review of transfer pricing studies and supporting documentation.
• Ensure intercompany transactions are appropriately documented and supported by transfer pricing policies.
• Work with external tax advisors to evaluate intercompany pricing arrangements and ensure compliance with local country requirements.
• Monitor intercompany transactions and identify potential transfer pricing risks or inconsistencies.
• Support implementation and ongoing maintenance of transfer pricing policies across international entities.

4. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Tax Support

• Support the company's acquisition activities by coordinating tax-related due diligence and identifying potential tax risks associated with prospective acquisitions.
• Work with external tax advisors, legal counsel, and internal finance teams to evaluate tax implications of proposed transactions.
• Compile and review historical tax information, tax returns, tax provisions, and other supporting documentation for acquisition targets.
• Assist in evaluating tax implications of transaction structures and potential tax exposures.
• Support post-acquisition tax integration, including incorporation of acquired entities into the company's tax compliance, reporting, and transfer pricing processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline tax structures and compliance requirements following acquisitions.

5. Tax Authority Inquiries & Ad Hoc Matters

• Serve as the primary internal contact for tax-related inquiries from domestic and foreign tax authorities.
• Coordinate responses to tax notices, audits, information requests, and other regulatory inquiries.
• Gather and compile financial records, supporting documentation, and explanations requested by tax authorities.
• Manage tax audits and examinations in coordination with external tax advisors and local finance teams.
• Research and resolve ad hoc tax questions and issues arising from business operations, accounting activities, and international transactions.

6. Tax Accounting & Process Improvement

• Assist with the preparation and review of tax provisions and tax-related accounting entries.
• Reconcile tax accounts and investigate significant variances between book and tax reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes, reporting accuracy, and coordination with external advisors.
• Maintain organized tax documentation, workpapers, and supporting records for all legal entities.
• Support finance and accounting teams on the tax implications of business transactions and operational changes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's in Taxation preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, preferably within a multinational organization or public accounting firm.
• Strong experience coordinating corporate income tax return preparation and managing tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax requirements and international tax compliance.
• Experience with international tax matters, including GILTI, Subpart F, withholding taxes, and foreign subsidiary reporting.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing regulations, documentation requirements, and intercompany transactions.
• Experience supporting M&A tax due diligence and post-acquisition integration preferred.
• Experience coordinating with external tax advisors and responding to tax authority inquiries and audits.
• Strong financial accounting skills, including the ability to analyze general ledger activity, trial balances, and financial statements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

Key Competencies

• Ability to independently manage multiple tax compliance deadlines and projects.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex financial and tax information.
• Effective communication skills when working with internal finance teams, external advisors, and tax authorities.
• Ability to research tax issues and identify when external tax expertise is required.
• Proactive approach to identifying tax risks and improving compliance processes.

Pay Transparency Details

The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At Natus, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range.

What We Offer!

• Medical Plans
• Wellness Program
• Dental & Vision Benefits
• EAP Services
• Legal Services
• 401(k)
• 4 weeks of PTO
• 2 Floating Holidays
• 7 Company Holidays
• HSAs (Employer HSA contribution available, dependent on plan selection.)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Disability Benefits,
• Life Insurance Benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and more!

Join Natus Sensory today. Confidence in every Sense.

Natus is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Natus also prohibits harassment of applicants based on any of these protected categories. It is also Natus' policy to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.