Indirect Tax Accounting Manager - Park Ridge Illinois

Company: Holcim
Location: Park Ridge, Illinois
Posted On: 05/07/2025

Indirect Tax Accounting Manager at Holcim summary:
The Indirect Tax Accounting Manager at Holcim is responsible for overseeing all indirect tax accounting functions, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and adherence to US GAAP and SOX compliance. This role requires extensive experience in corporate tax accounting, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across various departments. The successful candidate will also mentor the indirect tax team while supporting strategic decision-making and maintaining internal controls.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America's leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:
ABOUT THE ROLE

The Accounting Manager, US Indirect Tax, will play a critical role in managing all aspects of indirect accounting matters, including, but not limited to Account Reconciliations, Journal Entries, GL Balances, Internal Controls, US GAAP, and SOX. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, indirect tax, and intercompany transactions, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across different functions and regions.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Lead and manage account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP requirements
• Maintain SOX controls and documentation
• Analyze mergers and acquisitions to accurately determine opening indirect tax balances
• Support strategic decision-making, all while adhering to accounting standards and regulations
• Ability to work as a member of diverse teams, including members of different functional areas
• Demonstrate strong judgment abilities
• Supervise and mentor the shared service center and US indirect tax employees, assigning tasks, reviewing work, and providing professional development opportunities
• Prepare and analyze GL account reconciliations for all US entities, including intercompany accounts
• Maintain tax payment templates to ensure proper accounting methods are applied during payment processing
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and addressing any concerns
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Other duties as assigned WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
  
  Education: Bachelor's degree
  
  Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
  Field of Study Preferred: Accounting/Tax Law
  
  Required Work Experience: 8 years of corporate tax accounting experience
  
  Required Computer and Software Skills: Experience with SAP, intermediate excel skills
  
  Travel Requirements: Some travel may be required
  
  Additional Requirements:
  • Experience with multinational companies and complex tax reconciliations
  • Demonstrated leadership and SME status in a complex area
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests. WHAT WE OFFER
    • Competitive salary
    • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
    • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
    • Holistic Health & Well-being programs
    • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
    • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
    • Paid time off & paid holidays
    • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
    • Educational Assistance Program
    • Dress for your day YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
      At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you'll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You'll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it's only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.
      
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      In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.
      
      Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.
      
      We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.
      
      While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
      
      
      
      Keywords:
      Indirect Tax Accounting, US GAAP, SOX Compliance, Account Reconciliation, Tax Accounting Manager, Corporate Tax, Intercompany Transactions, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Holcim
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