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This role will support the Senior Tax Manager’s goal of efficient and effective tax planning, research, and compliance for Federal, state and local and Canadian taxes. This position will report to the Senior Tax Manager, work closely with other members of Avant’s finance team, and communicate across functions to gather financial and accounting data and serve internal and external stakeholders. Above all, Avant is looking for a collaborative, well-rounded team member, an independent thinker and someone who is interested in growing as a tax professional.\nWhat you’ll do at Avant:\nPrepare Federal and state income tax workpapers using Excel, Databricks, and other tools.\n\nCollaborate with external service providers to prepare and review Federal, state and local and Canadian income and franchise tax returns.\n\nDrive the preparation review of annual and interim tax provisions and disclosures.\n\nPrepare memorandums around Federal, state and local and Canadian tax matters.\n\nCompute state and local extension and estimated income tax payments.\n\nTimely respond to and resolve Federal and state and local income tax notices.\n\nSupport tax planning initiatives with research tools and by effectively communicating with third-party consultants.\n\nPartner with Accounting, Treasury and FP&A teams to gather financial data for tax planning and compliance projects as well as prepare tax-based projection models.\n\nGather information for and prepare monthly and annual indirect tax filings on software.\n\nWhy you’re a fit for Avant:\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.\n\nCPA and/or Master of Science in Taxation is preferred but not required.\n\n2 + years of public accounting or financial or service industry experience with either corporate and multi-state income tax compliance, or provision (ASC 740) experience is preferred.\n\nFamiliarity with domestic sales and use tax knowledge is a plus.\n\nAbility to think “outside the box” to support tax planning and compliance initiatives as well as develop procedures and processes.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Google Drive (Google Sheets, Docs and Slides) is required, and familiarity with NetSuite and Databricks are welcomed.\n\nThe ability to work independently and communicate tax issues clearly with non-tax professionals is critical.\n\nThis role is based on our downtown Chicago Office, located in the Merchandise Mart. We highly value collaboration and our hybrid schedule (M, T, Th in-office) enables flexibility to balance work and individual priorities.\nCompensation Range:\nThe base salary range for this job is USD $66,000 - $96,000 / Year\nEmployees new to Avant typically come in below the midpoint of the pay range. The compensation range is based on the level outlined in the job posting, and compensation decisions are dependent on each applicant's experience, skills and abilities.\n[If an outstanding applicant's experience and skill level is above or below the qualifications outlined in the job posting, we reserve the right to make an offer at a different level than the one listed in this job posting, which may have a different compensation range.]\nThis role is eligible for additional incentives, including an annual bonus. These rewards are allocated based on level, impact and performance in the role.\nOur benefits include:\nChoice of great Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan options\n\n401(k) match\n\nFlexible Time Off\n\nFlexible Work Environment - (i.e. Mon/Tues/Thurs in-person)\n\nGenerous Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance and Post-parental leave ramp-up program\n\nLunch Allowance (Fooda) and In-office Snacks\n\nSummer Fridays\n\nFun In-Office and Virtual Social Events\n\nAnd who doesn’t love the swag\n\nCheck out ourAvant Blog!\nWe believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences helps us create the most innovative solutions for our customers. We invite you to apply to our positions even if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed in the description. If you’re passionate about our mission and aligned to our values, we hope you’ll come contribute to our awesome culture.\nWhy Avant is the place for you:\nAt Avant, we believe our values make a difference:\nAuthenticity. We show up to work as our whole selves and make sure others can too.\nCollaboration. We can only succeed when we do so as a team.\nProblem-Solving. The harder the problem, the more satisfying the solution.\nCustomer. We are all owners of the customer experience.\nInitiative. Plan. Adapt. Get Sh!t Done.\nWe believe that great ideas come from anyone and anywhere, that everyone is an owner who drives change, and that we have more fun when we work together. We're problem solvers who love collaborating with intelligent and highly-motivated people to reshape the face of digital banking. 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