Tax Manager, Amer Sports

Amer Sports is a dynamic, global sports company offering passionate achievement-oriented professionals the chance to succeed and flourish in an international environment. Our globally recognized brands include Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Arc’teryx, and Peak Performance. We are a company where ambitious, competent, and motivated people can make their mark. All our team members are ready to strive for the best of the company and to win together. Just like our customers, we are dedicated to an active lifestyle and sports. Join us.

We are seeking a Tax Manager that will focus on both income & franchise tax compliance and tax accounting for all segments of the U.S. consolidated group and Canada.   This role will participate in meeting the required compliance & tax accounting deadlines, as well as provide support for multiple areas within the tax department including tax planning & audits, and assist on special projects as needed. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Manage and maintain the processes and systems of federal, state and local income tax compliance. This also includes estimated payments, cash tax forecasts, extensions, etc.  In completing these responsibilities, this role is ultimately responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of filings.
• Coordination of the preparation process of U.S. & Canadian federal and multi-state / provincial corporate income / franchise tax returns including coordinating, gathering and analyzing supporting data from internal and external resources.
• Review and manage the preparation of the U.S. & Canadian quarterly and annual income tax provisions. Preparation of return-to-provision calculations and journal entries in framework of annual tax accounting and reporting.
• Review and manage state income tax audits, including responding to IDRs, and maintain audit ready files.
• Identify process improvements, including the design and implementation of new practices.
• Develop sound working relationships with key departments within the Amer Sports organization, e.g. Finance, Legal, Treasury and Operations.
• Assist with more general tax work, as necessary.

We require an undergraduate degree in accounting or other financial discipline required: CPA or advanced degree a plus.  Other qualifications include:

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of corporate tax experience; Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Experience with GAAP and/or IFRS (tax) accounting practices is a must.
• Experience in developing/supporting group or regional tax strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tax and non-tax professionals.
• Hands-on experience with tax and finance related software packages; OneSource and/or SAP are a plus.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills for multi-tasking.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate good business judgment, and the ability to think like an entrepreneur or business-person. This includes the ability to think critically and to make clear and well-reasoned decisions and / or recommendations, while also considering the ‘big’ picture.  You must have a solid track record to achieve results in a complex, multi-cultural and multi-geographical environment.  Other characteristics include: 

• Strong personality with effective communication and interpersonal skills to rapidly establish credibility and trust among a broad range of individuals within and outside the company.
• Outstanding conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills, coupled with a high energy level.
• Self-learner, i.e. being self-aware of strengths and weaknesses, being open and receptive of feedback and taking the steps to improve, as necessary.
• Ability to multi task and to prioritize under pressure and within timeline constraints.
• Candidate should be comfortable working in virtual teams, collaborating with others, but also capable of working independently to achieve results.
• Strong integrity and ethics as well as a strong sense of accountability.
• Ability to occasionally travel domestically and abroad. 

This role is ideally based in the Chicagoland area, though remote based candidates are encouraged to apply as we are prioritizing candidate fit over physical location.  In Chicago, this role will work a flexible hybrid model based at Wilson Sporting Goods Co. global headquarters sitting along the lakefront. 

What We’ll Provide

We offer a great working environment in the sports industry with talented & passionate colleagues all over the world, along with great amenities and benefits including: 

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401k with company match
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax transit discounts
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Discounts on Amer Sports products
• Smart casual dress (yes, jeans every day!)
• On-site health club
• Hybrid work schedule
• Summer hours 

Amer Sports is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.