Supervisor, Tax Operations
Date: Mar 31, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Company: McDonald's Corporation
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 Senior Tax Analyst – U.S. Income Tax Plays a key role in the execution and oversight of U.S. federal and state income tax compliance and provision processes, including coordination with co‑sourcing providers, review of complex filings, and audit support.
Duties
- Coordinate with co‑sourcing providers to prepare, review, and finalize U.S. federal and state income tax returns, ensuring technical accuracy and consistency with provision positions.
- Assist in the preparation of U.S. Federal & State Income tax calculations for quarterly and annual tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for automation, process optimization, and technology adoption. The candidate should bring a mindset of innovation and adaptability to support the evolving needs of the tax function.
- Monitor and analyze U.S. and state income tax legislative changes, tax audits, and business initiatives to assess potential tax impacts.
- Assist with estimated tax payments, extensions, and related filings.
- Prepare, review, and maintain audit‑ready workpapers and technical documentation to support tax positions and audits.
- Ensure compliance with internal tax policies, including record retention, documentation standards, and completion timelines.
- Provide technical support to the Tax Accounting team and collaborate with cross-functional teams on tax-related matters.
- Support IRS and state income tax audits, including audit responses, issue tracking, and coordination with external advisors.
- Prepare other tax reporting – withholding tax, sales & use tax, and gross receipts tax.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to technological change and contribute to digital transformation initiatives.
- Experience with or interest in emerging tax technologies and process automation.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; master’s in taxation or accounting and CPA preferred.
- 2–4 years of experience in U.S. Federal & State Income tax, preferably in a public accounting firm or corporate tax department.
- Experience with OneSource Income Tax or similar tax compliance software.
- Familiarity with OneSource Income Tax Provision (OTP) is a plus, including exposure to provision calculations, deferred tax analysis, and integration with compliance processes.
- 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: No
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Salary Range
The expected salary range for this role is $85,014.00 - $106,267.00 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, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
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 mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
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