Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from PEAK6
Job overview
The Senior Tax Manager at PEAK6 leads tax strategy, compliance, and planning efforts for significant financial services entities, impacting the company's federal and state tax positions and financial objectives.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing federal, state, and international tax compliance, leading income tax provision preparation under ASC 740, providing strategic tax planning, advising on M&A transactions, leveraging tax technology, and leading the tax team.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary range of $129,600-$162,000, discretionary annual bonuses, healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, EAP, competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, HSA contribution match, paid Calm app subscription, and tuition reimbursement, with hybrid work options.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, CPA and/or MST preferred, 7+ years of corporate tax experience including public accounting and in-house roles, expertise in ASC 740, M&A experience, familiarity with tax software like OneSource, strong leadership and communication skills.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to lead and mentor a high-performing tax team, collaborate cross-functionally, and engage in strategic tax initiatives, supporting professional growth within a leading investment firm.
Work environment and culture
PEAK6 promotes an inclusive, accessible, and equal opportunity work environment with hybrid work flexibility, emphasizing diversity, accommodation, and employee well-being.
Company information
PEAK6 is a leading investment firm founded in 1997, known for tech-driven solutions across industries, with core brands in capital management, fintech, esports, and more, focusing on transformational opportunities and strategic support.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Tax team, working under the Head of Tax, collaborating with Accounting, Finance, and Legal teams to align tax strategies with business activities.
Job location and travel
The role is hybrid, based in either the Austin or Chicago offices, with up to two days remote work per week.
Unique job features
The job features use of advanced tax technology platforms like OneSource, involvement in high-impact M&A tax advisory, and leadership of a strategic tax function in a tech-driven investment firm.
Company overview
PEAK6 is a financial services and technology firm that operates in various sectors including investments, trading, and fintech innovation. The company generates revenue through proprietary trading, strategic investments, and by leveraging technology to create innovative solutions in the financial industry. Founded in 1997, PEAK6 has a history of pioneering trading strategies and has expanded its portfolio to include ventures in sports, e-sports, and insurance. Candidates should be aware of PEAK6's commitment to using technology to drive growth and its dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your extensive corporate tax experience, particularly in federal and state income tax compliance and ASC 740 reporting, as these are core to the Senior Tax Manager role at PEAK6.
Highlight your expertise in tax strategy, M&A advisory, and your ability to leverage tax technology platforms like OneSource to optimize compliance and reporting processes.
Apply through multiple channels including PEAK6's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect with current tax team members or leaders at PEAK6 on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent PEAK6 tax initiatives, asking about challenges in fintech tax compliance, or expressing enthusiasm for their technology-driven approach to tax management.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'ASC 740,' 'tax compliance,' 'M&A,' 'OneSource,' 'tax planning,' and 'corporate tax' to ensure it passes initial screening filters.
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