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Corporate Tax Manager

Echo Global Logistics, Chicago, IL, United States


Echo is looking to fill a corporate tax role on our accounting team. We are seeking a proactive, self‑motivated, and collaborative Corporate Tax Manager for our corporate tax function reporting to the Controller.

Responsibilities

Lead quarterly ASC 740 tax provision, including current/deferred tax analysis, valuation allowances, ETR reconciliation, and financial disclosures

Manage federal, state, local, and international tax compliance for all entities

Research tax regulations and assess implications of business transactions and new legislation

Maintain tax policies and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SOX controls

Oversee state and local registrations across the corporate structure

Partner cross‑functionally and with external advisors on tax matters, including Section 174 R&D credit analysis

Act as primary liaison with external tax advisors and manage tax audits

Prepare tax memos and support documentation for audits and complex tax positions

Support ad hoc accounting and compliance projects as needed

Qualifications

6+ years of public or corporate tax experience

CPA required; public accounting or public company experience preferred

Strong knowledge of ASC 740 and multi‑jurisdictional tax compliance

Experience in a SOX‑controlled environment

Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail

Self‑motivated with excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and explain tax concepts to non‑tax stakeholders

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and 401(k)

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Volunteer and community engagement opportunities

$135,000.00 per year. This role is eligible for a bonus that is based on a combination of personal and business performance.

Work environment/physical demands summary:

This job operates in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office with an open seating floor plan. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.

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