US Tax Manager / Senior / Director

Catalyst Labs; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is seeking seasoned tax professionals to join a talent pool for exciting opportunities in the US tax sector. This is a unique chance to connect with top-tier clients, including mid-sized businesses and Big 4 firms, while enjoying a supportive recruitment process. You'll benefit from strong relationships with hiring managers, ensuring your expertise is recognized. Whether you're at the trainee level or a seasoned director, this opportunity allows you to explore diverse roles tailored to your skills. Join a network that values your privacy and offers insights for salary negotiations.

Qualifications

• Experience in public accounting or corporate tax departments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax compliance.
• CPA qualification preferred for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor junior staff in tax compliance.
• Lead client-facing engagements in tax advisory.
• Work with specialized areas such as SALT and transfer pricing.

Skills

US federal tax compliance

state tax compliance

international tax

complex tax compliance

tax advisory services

mentoring junior staff

tax planning strategies

Education

CPA qualification

EA

MST/LL.M in Tax

Job description

General Interest

About Us: Catalyst Labs is a recruitment agency specializing in US tax. This is an open expression of interest for seasoned tax professionals looking to explore new opportunities. By submitting your CV, you will be considered for upcoming roles with our clientsranging from fast-growing mid-sized businesses to investment entities and Big 4

We work directly with hiring partners who understand the value of strategic tax leadershipand we take pride in facilitating conversations that are aligned with your expertise and long-term goals.

Who Can Apply: Anyone interested in US Tax careers.

Location: Anywhere in the USA, Caribbean, UK, Crown dependencies, Europe or East Asia.

Experience: Trainee/entry-level to senior roles, from Senior Manager to Director and Partner.

General Responsibilities by Role:

• Proven experience in public accounting or corporate tax departments, with a focus on U.S. federal, state, and/or international tax.

• Prior experience in a top tax firm or Big 4.

• Strong working knowledge of complex tax compliance, provision work, and advisory services.

• Ideally with a specialized skill tax set such as individual, partnership, international, digital assets etc.

• Exposure to specialized areas such as SALT, transfer pricing, R&D tax credit, or IRS controversy is welcome.

• CPA qualification preferred; EA, MST/ LL.M in Tax are valued.

• Experience in managing and mentoring junior staff, as well as leading client-facing engagements.

• Familiarity with tax planning strategies, entity structuring, and M&A tax due diligence offshore structures is a strong plus.

Why Join Our Talent Pool?

• Take advantage of the strong relationships we have built with the Big 4.

• Work with competent recruiters who are deeply embedded with clients.

• We prioritize your confidentiality and privacy throughout the recruitment process.

• No spamming.

• Support on crafting the perfect resume for jobs we shortlist you for.

• Bypass gatekeepers, work directly with hiring managers and decision makers.

• Industry insights and assistance in salary negotiations.

Note: We adhere to strict data protection policies to ensure that your information is secure and only shared with potential employers with your explicit consent.