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Sr Manager, Tax Operations

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$141,955 - 177,444 yearly

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Job Description - Sr Manager, Tax Operations


Company Description: 


McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. 


At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements. 


Department Overview

The Global Indirect Tax Senior Manager will support U.S. and global indirect tax compliance, planning, and transformation initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of tax, finance, technology, and operations, with responsibility for managing complex indirect tax matters in a highvolume, multinational environment.

Duties

Indirect Tax Compliance & Technical Support



  • Manage the strategy and execution for global indirect tax (e.g., VAT, GST) compliance, including developing and maintaining standard operating procedures, controls, and process documentation

  • Act as a key liaison between tax, internal stakeholders, and external service providers

  • Manage U.S. indirect tax matters including sales & use tax, Chicago lease tax, gross receipts, rental/lease taxes, and similar state and local taxes

  • Review taxability of complex transactions, including intercompany charges, rent and royalties, equipment leases, and services

  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess impacts on McDonald’s business operations


Audit & Controversy Management



  • Lead and support US indirect tax audits at the state and local levels



  • Coordinate data requests, issue resolution, and responses with internal stakeholders and external advisors

  • Develop and maintain defensible audit positions supported by documentation and analysis


Systems, Data & Process Leadership



  • Act as tax lead for ERP and tax technology processes, including Oracle Fusion and Vertex

  • Partner with IT, Finance, and shared service teams to ensure accurate tax determination, reporting, and reconciliation

  • Support ongoing process improvements, automation, and system enhancements, including global transformation initiatives

  • Review and validate tax reporting outputs, reconciliations, and supporting US sales tax compliance process

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; master’s in taxation or accounting and CPA preferred

  • 7+ years of indirect tax experience in public accounting and/or large multinational company

  • Strong technical background in U.S. sales & use tax and state/local transaction taxes

  • Experience supporting audits and controversy

  • Hands‑on experience with ERP systems and tax engines (Oracle and/or Vertex strongly preferred).

  • Ability to translate technical tax issues into practical, business‑focused guidance

  • Strong proficiency with data transformation and visualization tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau) is expected. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to leverage technology to streamline tax processes, support modeling activities, and drive data-informed decision-making.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Compensation

Bonus Eligible:Yes


Long - Term Incentive Eligible:Yes


Benefits Eligible: Yes

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $141,955.00 - $177,444.00 per year.The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.


Additional Information: 


Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.


Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance. 


Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan. 


McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 


McDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 


Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment. 


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