Tax Manager, Income Taxes (Banking)

Location: Chicago, IL; hybrid arrangement with 3 days per week on-site in Chicago, with remote work possible for non-local employees.

Salary: $135,000–$165,000 per year, plus potential incentive compensation.

Company

hirify.global is a relationship-oriented bank focused on serving clients in the modern financial services environment.

What you will do

• Lead and support quarterly and annual income tax provision preparation and review under ASC 740.
• Prepare current and deferred tax calculations, workpapers, financial statement disclosures, and tax accounting documentation.
• Manage federal and state income tax return preparation, filings, estimated payments, extensions, and audit-ready records.
• Research tax law and regulatory changes and prepare recommendations for business activities, products, transactions, and accounting changes.
• Support tax authority notices, audits, information requests, and controversy matters.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, Legal, business teams, external service providers, and advisors to improve tax processes and controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination of both.
• Strong experience with income tax provision, tax compliance, ASC 740, and corporate tax accounting.
• Experience preparing or reviewing federal and multi-state income tax returns.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with tax software and financial systems. Must be legally eligible to work at the specified U.S. location; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to have

• CPA, MST, or another relevant advanced tax or accounting credential.
• Experience in banking or financial services.
• Familiarity with tax issues affecting financial institutions and bank holding companies.
• Experience with tax audits, controversy matters, and tax process improvement.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility to manage work activities.
• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life insurance, disability, and other insurance plans.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, vacation, and holidays.
• 401(k), incentive pay, banking benefits, wellbeing support, and recognition programs.
• Paid Purpose Day dedicated to personal growth and development.

Hiring process

• Application may include an attribute-based assessment and skills tests such as MS Office or simulation exercises.
• Accessible candidate experience and accommodations are available upon request.