U.s. International Tax Manager

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When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

It's More Than a Job, It's a Career

As a U.S. International Tax Manager in the Reporting & Analysis group, you will be responsible for aspects of the U.S. Consolidated Federal Income Tax return with a focus on US International activities for earnings and profits, Subpart F, and GILTI. This experienced tax professional will be a valued member on a team that performs complex compliance and provision activities, leads special projects, and provides support for the IRS income tax audit. The role will challenge you to combine technical and business knowledge to complete a high-quality work product, adapt to a rapidly changing legislative environment by documenting compliance positions and demonstrate critical thinking skills through the implementation of controls and analysis.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare complex International compliance computations for earnings and profits, Subpart F, GILTI, and U.S. International forms, including Form 5471 and 8858.
• Work closely with business partners and technical specialists to ensure appropriate preparation and review on technical areas
• Analyze and interpret proposed changes to US tax legislations and regulations with regard to the impact on compliance requirements
• Lead projects related to process improvements, implementation of controls, or other planning initiatives
• Analyze and develop responses to support tax authority inquiries

What You Have:

• Education/Experience:   The position typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or business related degree and 5+ years of progressively responsible tax related experience.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts; corresponds with a global audience and avoids tax technical jargon when communicating with business partners.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches and tools for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to alternatives scenarios with understanding of stakeholder perspectives.
• T a x Operations: Knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and guidance; utilizes tools to identify and gather the information necessary for preparing tax analysis and explains rationale behind U.S. tax impacts.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete complex analysis and steward status updates with timeliness and precision.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Strong tax compliance experience in U.S. International Taxation, including earnings & profits and income inclusions
• Experience with Corptax software 
• Strong knowledge of M365 and familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform
• Strong communication skills, initiative, analysis, and good judgment  
• Proven ability to manage projects
• Collaborative and team-oriented personality with the ability to build and foster relationships throughout the organization 
• Understanding of accounting and business processes

Additional Details :

• Location:  Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL; Irving, TX
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
• Travel expectation:  5-10%
• Sponsorship is not available

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar -

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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