Sr. Analyst, International Tax
Date: Aug 13, 2026
Location: Lake Zurich, IL, US, 60047
Company: accobrands
A company with a pioneering past and a purposeful future.
At ACCO Brands, we are united by a common purpose, to empower our consumers to feel good when they work, learn, and play. For more than a century we have developed and nurtured brands that enable people to work with more productivity, learn with more confidence, and play with more enjoyment. We are passionate about a winning culture where we grow together, driving business, professional growth, and success. We invite you to be part of a team that is grounded in a history of category-leading brands and products and focused on positioning our company for the future.
Job Summary
The Sr. Analyst, International Tax is responsible for preparing and reviewing quarterly and annual international tax provisions while providing ASC 740 support for the non-U.S. entities. In working with various cross-functional departments, they will own tax planning projects and the execution of financial and operational business objectives. They will prepare and assist with the Company’s global transfer pricing calculations and policies and various international items including, but not limited to, NCTI, FDDEI, subpart F, BEAT, cost allocations, business interest expense limitations, and foreign tax credit optimization for purposes of financial statement reporting, tax compliance, and tax modeling/forecasts. This role will actively lead the preparation and review of the Company’s Form 5471s, 8858s, 8865s, and Form 1118, among other items, with respect to the U.S. income tax return.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review tax financial statement reporting under ASC 740 including, but not limited to, effective tax rate reconciliations, deferred tax calculations, discrete items, certain reserves, valuation allowances, disclosures, and any other U.S. inclusions of foreign item
- Assist with the preparation of NCTI, FDDEI, subpart F, BEAT, cost allocations, business interest expense limitations, foreign tax credit optimization, among other items
- Prepare the international compliance included in the U.S. income tax return (Forms 5471, 8858, Form 1118, etc.)
- Review transfer pricing calculations and policies
- Assist with cash income tax forecasts, effective tax rate modeling, and support tax planning initiatives
- Assess global tax legislative updates and the impact to the Company while assisting with tax implications of various business transactions
- Identify and implement process improvements which improve the efficiencies of various tax work streams
Qualifications
- 4-year college degree with MST or CPA strongly preferred
- 5+ years’ experience in tax required with 3+ years’ experience in international tax required
- ASC 740 experience required
- OneSource tax provision software experience is a plus
- Corptax tax compliance software experience is strongly preferred
- Strong Excel background with modeling and forecasting experience
- Excellent decision-making skills and a proactive problem solver with solid troubleshooting skills
- Ability to handle a fast-paced environment while navigating changes effectively and efficiently
- Results oriented with strong multi-tasking skills for driving both daily results and establishing long-term plans/goals
- Excellent written and communication skills
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000
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About Us:
You know our brands. You love our brands. You just may not know they are ours.
If you have touched a PowerA® gaming controller, a Five Star® notebook, a Swingline® stapler, a Quartet® dry erase board, or a Kensington® computer mouse, you have touched part of ACCO Brands Corporation. With annual revenues of more than $1.5 Billion, ACCO Brands (NYSE: ACCO) designs, markets, manufactures, and sells branded academic, consumer, and business products globally. The power of our brands, our unmatched global customer reach, and our strategic market strengths put us in a position to achieve global leadership and growth. We're proud of our long history of industry leadership and innovation and are focused on delivering exceptional value to our customers by providing unique, cutting-edge, branded products.
What we offer:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- 4% 401(k) match with immediate eligibility and vesting
- Competitive time off, available from the first day of employment
- Parental leave
- Company-paid life and disability benefits
- Critical illness, accident, and long-term care insurance options
- Employee and family assistance programs
Growing together is how we win.
With trusted brands, strong leadership, and a clear purpose, you’ll find opportunities to grow in your career, contribute to meaningful work, and be a part of a culture that values creativity and putting our consumers and customers first.
Apply now and build a successful future with ACCO Brands.
More information about ACCO Brands can be found at www.accobrands.com.
ACCO Brands has developed and maintains a written Affirmative Action Program (“AAP”) for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A copy can be requested from Human Resources. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ACCO Brands is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The company strives to create a winning culture with a leadership promise to provide equal access and opportunity for all to grow, succeed, and contribute to their full potential.
AODA
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided in all parts of the recruiting process as required under the ACCO Brands Canada AODA policy. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago