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The Corporate Tax Team is looking for a Senior Manager of State Tax out of Chicago, Illinois to oversee the State and Local Income Tax function for the Corporate Tax organization.
This Senior Manager position is responsible for managing state income tax items including tax planning, audits, provision, compliance and analyzing the state impacts of evolving federal tax laws and regulations. The position is also responsible for the corporate tax impacts of employee benefits. This role will report to senior management residing in Chicago and will have frequent interaction with other teams, including the tax teams located at Boeing’s offices in St. Louis and Seattle as well as other functional leadership.
A successful candidate will have a solid corporate tax background and relevant experience in state income tax matters. The candidate must be highly motivated with a demonstrated understanding of tax law and the ability to manage multiple projects at one time. Strong analytical, research and communication skills are required.
Position Responsibilities:
Manages all tax planning, audits, provision and compliance for state income tax
Perform tax research on complex state issues and analyze state impacts of federal legislation
Support state legislative initiatives and advocacy efforts
Manage corporate tax impacts of the Company’s employee benefit programs
Team with business personnel, other functional leadership and outside consultants
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance or a related field
10+ years of experience in corporate income tax compliance and tax accounting
Experience working with multiple internal or external stakeholders (i.e. business partner, customer, Finance, suppliers) in planning and executing projects or transactions
Experience leading through influence and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Juris Doctorate
3+ years of experience leading and driving financial strategies and processes
5+ years working with multiple internal or external stakeholders (i.e. business partner, customer, Finance, suppliers) in planning and executing projects or transactions
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $154,700 - $216,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 14, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Education
Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
