Senior Tax Accountant

Overview

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing U.S. federal, state, and international tax compliance while ensuring accurate and timely quarterly and annual tax provisions. This role partners with external advisors to coordinate provision activities and supports the preparation and review of federal, state, and local filings. Within a global logistics and transportation company, the position also manages international tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, supporting tax considerations tied to cross-border operations, supply chain movements, and global entity structures.

Responsibilities

• U.S. & Multi-State Tax Compliance: Assist in the preparation and review federal and state income tax workpapers and filings to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Tax Provision & External Coordination: Coordinate with external advisors on quarterly and annual tax provision processes and related reporting requirements.

• International Tax & Cross-Border Support: Assist with international tax compliance, reporting, and cross-border matters for a global, multi-entity structure.

• Tax Accounting & Reporting: Prepare tax account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for financial reporting.

• Audits, Risk & Issue Resolution: Support tax audits and notices, identify and track tax risks, and partner with accounting teams to resolve issues and other miscellaneous tax matters as necessary including tax research and prepare technical memos and supporting documentation and process improvement initiatives, including automation, standardization, and enhancement of internal tax controls as needed.

• Process Improvement & Tax Operations: Maintain tax calendars and documentation, perform tax research, and support process improvements, automation, and internal controls.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required); Master's Degree in Accounting, finance, taxation a plus (preferred)

• Experience: 2+ years working in an accounting or tax department for a mid to large size company or public accounting firm (required); 3+ years (preferred)

• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Self-motivated and a critical thinker; Strong analytical and quantitative skills; Contribute to a collaborative and friendly culture with a positive attitude and a professional demeanor; Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel; Researching technical tax accounting topics; Experience working with auditors; A strong understanding of international tax; CargoWise or OneStream experience a plus.

What AIT Can Offer You

• Base Compensation: $82,730.00-$124,090.00 (dependent on geography)

• Bonus: Based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position)

• Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement

• Vacation: Up to 10 to 20 days annually (depending on tenure)

• Personal Days: 2 personal days annually

• Floating Holiday: 1 floating holiday annually

• Sick Days: 5 sick days annually

• Volunteer Hours: 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually

About AIT Worldwide

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT’s flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail—on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT’s full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services. AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled.