Job Description

Description

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purpose-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade. Now, we're accelerating, speeding our low-carbon or no-carbon power to more people in more places, day and night, providing our customers and communities with options to buy, manage and use energy as part of their decarbonization mission. The race is on to confront the climate crisis and Constellation is ready to meet the challenge.

Constellation has been the leader in carbon-free energy production for more than a decade, and generates 50% more clean, carbon-free electricity than any other company in America. We're generating power 24/7 with the nation's largest emission-free nuclear energy fleet, providing enough clean energy to power 15 million homes. Constellation offers customers a range of clean, zero-carbon energy solutions to help reduce their carbon footprint and achieve their sustainability goals.

We are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in attracting, retaining and advancing employees who will best serve and represent our customers, partners and communities. We provide a workplace that ensures mutual respect, where each individual has the opportunity to grow and contribute at their greatest potential. Constellation will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build and power a successful career.

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits, designed to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $113,400 to $126,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Tax Manager role involves a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to working on forecasting, federal and state tax accounting and compliance matters, researching and documenting tax technical issues, assisting with tax audits, and advising business partners on the tax implications of transactions. The Tax Manager will work closely with team members to support Constellation’s tax life cycle.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the forecasting, tax accounting, and tax compliance process to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities may include reviewing and documenting tax calculations, tax returns, and tax positions. Responsibilities also include responding to notices from taxing authorities. (50%)
• Independently research and conclude on various tax issues to determine the appropriate tax treatment and related reporting. Research includes preparing written memorandums for review and technical presentations. Investigates, concludes, and responds to inquiries regarding tax matters made by organizations within Constellation. (25%)
• Analyze and interpret changes to federal and state tax laws as well as communicate financial impact of changes. Assist in controversy matters with governmental agencies including but not limited to the Internal Revenue Service, regulatory agencies, and other state taxing authorities. Activities include assisting in formulating position statements with respect to identified controversies raised by tax authorities. (15%)
• Proactively identify, drive, and implement process improvements that promote risk management, streamline activities, and enhance transparency in tax work streams. Participate in project planning and support special projects.(10%)

JOB SCOPE

This position will be remote and based at the Tax Department’s headquarters in Chicago, Illinois with occasional travel to the Chicago office strongly recommended.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate Degree in Accounting or other financial discipline
• 8 years or more of professional tax experience focusing on large publicly traded corporations, including a combination of industry and either public accounting or law firm.
• Ability to perform legal research
• Good working knowledge of all major areas of federal and/or state tax law
• Proficient analytical ability to resolve complex, technical issues
• Proficient writing and communication skills
• Assumes personal ownership for developing tax technical and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Energy industry experience
• Certified Public Accountant or other financial certification and/or advanced degree (JD or MST)
• Experience and interest in tax technology