Tax Manager - Ozinga
Mokena, IL 60448
About the Job
About Ozinga:
Join the Family Office supporting Ozinga, a dynamic, fifth-generation family-owned American business thriving since 1928. Renowned for our iconic red and white-striped concrete mixer trucks, we deliver comprehensive concrete solutions, bulk materials, and logistic services across the Midwest and South Florida.
At Ozinga, we’re committed to making a positive impact on individuals, their families, and the community for generations to come by living out our values of service, learning, and entrepreneurship.
Position Overview:
As the Tax Manager at Ozinga, you will play a key role in supporting our Tax Director and Senior Tax Manager in a growing Family Office Tax department. You’ll take the lead in managing federal and state income tax compliance for multiple entities and their owners, driving tax planning and projections, and overseeing audits. In this role, you’ll also supervise a Senior Tax Specialist, mentoring them to achieve their professional goals and ensuring the successful execution of tax-related projects.
Your Role:
Tax Accounting:
- Oversee the preparation and review of federal and state income tax returns for partnerships, S-corporations, individuals, and trusts.
- Prepare quarterly estimated tax projections and calculate required payments for business entities and owners.
- Research tax laws and regulations to address technical tax issues and assess potential impacts of tax law changes.
- Assist with financial analysis for acquisitions, tax audits, and special projects.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements through new technologies and efficiencies.
Employee Relations:
- Lead and mentor a Senior Tax Specialist, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality project execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data for income tax preparation.
- Respond to tax authority communications and manage audit processes.
- Meet regularly with finance, accounting, and tax teams to discuss ongoing projects and priorities.
Key Qualifications:
- A professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, or Finance (Master’s degree preferred) and CPA certification (preferred).
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in tax roles, with recent management responsibilities (preferred).
- Strong intermediate understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with tax and accounting software packages (CCH Axcess and Bloomberg Fixed Assets preferred).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with sensitivity to confidential matters.
- A commitment to continuous learning and staying current on tax topics and best practices.
Why Work With Us:
At Ozinga, you’ll join a values-driven team that prioritizes excellence, collaboration, and community impact. Our professional office environment offers opportunities to grow both personally and professionally, and our commitment to innovation ensures your contributions will make a meaningful difference.
Join Us:
Ready to lead tax compliance, planning, and team development in a dynamic, growing organization? Apply today to become part of Ozinga’s legacy of making a positive impact for generations to come.
Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.