Senior Tax and Treasury Accountant

Overview

Senior Tax and Treasury Accountant at McDermott Will & Schulte

McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm with more than 1,750 lawyers and 3,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

With Us, You’ll Find a Firm where everyone belongs, enthusiastic about all perspectives, and supports work-life balance with a benefits program that supports physical, emotional, mental, and financial health. We offer generous compensation packages and opportunities for career growth.

Position Summary:

The Senior Tax and Treasury Accountant reports to the Director of Tax & Treasury and supports the firm’s tax compliance and treasury management functions. This role requires technical expertise, analytical ability, and business acumen to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant operations. The ideal candidate will own complex tax and treasury processes, mentor junior team members, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement.

• Lead and review federal, state, and local tax compliance, including reviewing estimated income tax payments, tax returns, and supporting work papers
• Oversee state and local tax filings (sales/use, personal property, etc.) and ensure timely and accurate compliance
• Assist with tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities to optimize the firm’s tax position
• Drive automation and process improvements within tax and treasury workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Perform internal control reviews and oversee key general ledger reconciliations
• Manage daily cash reporting, cash flow monitoring and bank compliance
• Monitor and analyze foreign exchange rates and assess related exposure
• Support treasury strategy, liquidity forecasting, and other ad hoc projects as needed
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners (e.g., auditors, banks, tax advisors) to support business objectives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 5-7 years of related work experience
• Advanced Excel capabilities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. Target Hiring Range $113,000 - $143,000. Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of final offers. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.

Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.