McDonald's · 1 week ago
Sr Manager, Tax Planning
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$153K/yr - $191K/yr
6+ years expMcDonald's is one of the most recognized brands in the world, with a focus on growth and positive impact. The Senior Manager, Global Tax Planning will lead global tax planning projects, provide technical analysis and advice, and coach staff while managing international tax planning and tax controversy matters.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Lead tax advisors and external auditors on significant international tax transactions and gain alignment with external parties on potential tax consequences in a timely and cost effective manner
Provide guidance on the tax implications of global cash repatriation efforts. Collaborate with Corporate Treasury and local markets teams to best optimize financial implications and ensure committed cash targets are continually met
Act as a key interface between the local market tax and finance teams regarding management of tax issues and development of local tax resources
Assist with analyzing Uncertain tax positions related to global planning transactions and prepare or review supporting memos and related documentation
Partner with the US Tax Operations team with tax technical guidance on compliance matters and reporting related to US taxation of international activity. As well as proactively interface on tax accounting implications of tax planning and international activity
Supervise international and United States legislation to strategically assess implications of existing structures. This includes projections of implications and developing viable alternatives where changes in tax laws have an unintended consequence
Provide strategic direction for overall effective resolution of tax controversy matters, where those controversies involve tax technical issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
CPA certification
6+ years of relevant tax planning and international tax experience in either a public accounting or corporate setting
Deep knowledge of domestic and international tax laws, rules and regulations, and various indirect tax laws, rules and regulations
Significant background in US GAAP and/or IFRS reporting for a global multi-national company, including internal controls / Sarbanes Oxley 404 rules
Ability to handle high levels of pressure and apply critical decision making with constantly shifting priorities with a continuous improvement mindset
Demonstrated experience in working effectively with cross functional teams at large companies and with tax advisors
Strong business and financial acumen and strong communication and writing skills
Preferred
Master's Degree in Taxation
J.D. / LL.M. (taxation)
Benefits
Health and welfare benefits
401(k) plan
Adoption assistance program
Educational assistance program
Flexible ways of working
Time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO)
Bonus
Long-term incentive
Company
McDonald's
McDonald’s is the world’s leading global foodservice retailer with over 37,000 locations in over 100 countries.
10001+ employees
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