Sr. Tax Manager

Cars Commerce; Illinois; On-site; USD 104,100 - 130,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans

New hires stipend for home-office set-up

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays and recharge days

Job summary

Cars Commerce in Illinois is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead tax operations and compliance initiatives. You will shape the company's tax strategy, manage ASC 740 provisions, and oversee audits while mentoring the tax team.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance, has at least 8 years of experience, and is well-versed in U.S. tax compliance. Comprehensive benefits include healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and a competitive salary between $104,100 and $130,150.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a Big 4 firm or corporate tax department focusing on ASC 740.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 740.
• Strong U.S. income, franchise, and sales & use tax compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of ASC 740 provision calculations.
• Manage U.S. and Canadian tax compliance and audits.
• Collaborate with finance teams to resolve tax issues.

Skills

Tax compliance

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Economics

CPA, IRS EA, or Master’s in Taxation

Tools

OneSource Tax Provision

Job description

About Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we’re fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 marketplace, Cars.com, our industry‑leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation‑based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

Team Culture

No one ever travels alone here. We rise together, putting people at the center, encouraging open‑minded communication, and fostering a culture of integrity, doing the right thing, and encouraging innovation. We are an employee‑centric company, recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024.

Position: Senior Tax Manager

As a Senior Tax Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of tax operations, special projects, and initiatives. You will help shape and execute our tax strategy, manage ASC 740 provisions, estimate cash taxes, oversee federal, state, and foreign tax compliance and audits, and provide mentorship to the tax team. You will prioritize risks, optimize resources, solve complex tax issues, and drive automation and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee preparation of quarterly and annual ASC 740 provision calculations using OneSource Tax Provision and related SEC disclosures.
• Manage U.S. and Canadian tax compliance, including review and approval of all federal, state, franchise, sales and use, foreign tax returns and related workpapers.
• Review estimated payment calculations for completeness, properness, and timeliness.
• Oversee maintenance of U.S. and Canadian tax balance‑sheet accounts, including deferred tax assets and liabilities.
• Define deliverables, set timelines, and manage multiple workstreams.
• Collaborate with finance and other business teams to identify and resolve tax issues and support M&A due diligence.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all tax information to and from the tax team.
• Identify process enhancements, develop budgets and business cases, and lead implementation.
• Ensure adherence of tax operations and projects to department and organization policies.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tax strategy.
• Address SOX compliance and audit requests promptly.
• Manage tax notices and negotiate tax audits.
• Monitor impacts of tax law changes and provide recommendations.
• Steer negotiations with external advisors, vendors, and customers.
• Build relationships and represent the tax department in cross‑functional initiatives.
• Provide informal mentorship and guidance to tax team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or Economics. CPA, IRS EA, or master’s in Taxation required.
• 8+ years in a Big 4 firm or a corporate tax department of a publicly traded company, focusing on ASC 740.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 740.
• Strong U.S. income, franchise, and sales & use tax compliance experience.
• Experience solving complex tax accounting matters, including M&A transactions.
• Preferred: experience with U.S. international, Canadian cross‑border, and foreign taxation.
• Experience managing tax authorities and resolving audits.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple projects, coordinate across teams, and meet tight deadlines.
• Passion for challenging the status quo, driving change, and fostering innovation.
• Track record of implementing tax systems, tools, and process improvements.
• Proficiency in OneSource Tax Provision preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and independence.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience managing relationships with external auditors and advisors.
• Commitment to integrity, ethics, ownership, and accountability.
• Ideal candidate resides in the Chicagoland area.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans.
• New hires stipend for home‑office set‑up.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, volunteer days, and recharge days.

Salary & Compensation

Base salary range: $104,100.00 – $130,150.00. Eligible for our bonus and/or equity programs, depending on level. Regular full‑time positions receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Legal

For U.S.-based positions, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas at this time. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.