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Senior Tax Analyst - Tax Technology


Company : MSCCN


Location : Chicago, IL


Created : 2026-04-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Description: Company Description: McDonaldu2019s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonaldu2019s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway. McDonaldu2019s Global Technology is here to power tomorrowu2019s feel-good moments. Thatu2019s why youu2019ll find us at the forefront of transformative technology, exploring new and innovative ways to serve our millions of customers and spread happiness one delicious Hot Fudge Sundae-dipped fry at a time.Using AI, robotics and emerging tech, weu2019re digitizing the Golden Arches. Combine that with our unparalleled global scale, and weu2019re reshaping all areas of the business, industry and every community that is home to a McDonaldu2019s restaurant.We face complex tech challenges every day. But thatu2019s where our diverse and talented teams come in. Theyu2019re made up of the best and brightest from all over the globe, and they thrive in the space where feel-good meets fast-paced. Check out the McDonaldu2019sGlobal Technology Technical Blog (to learn how technology and our global team are directly enabling the Accelerating the Arches strategy. Department Overview We are looking for a Senior Tax Analyst - Tax Technology to join our dynamic Global Tax function, helping translate complex tax and business challenges into practical and scalable solutions. This is a high impact role that blends tax knowledge, process improvement and technology solutions. You will report to the Tax Technology Solutions Lead and work closely with Global Tax colleagues across regions, partnering with different teams and departments, as well as external advisors to improve how we deliver tax through better processes, smarter tools and strong user engagement. If you enjoy solving problems, helping teams work more efficiently and driving adoption of new tools and ways of working this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact on a global scale. Duties + Drive and support endu2011tou2011end process improvement initiatives within the Global Tax team, from problem definition through to delivery and adoption. + Translate complex business and tax scenarios into clear, practical and actionable plans using Continuous Improvement methodologies. + Work on crossu2011functional projects with teams across the Globe as well as other departments, such as Finance and IT, and external advisors to streamline tax data flows and reporting processes. + Support and continuously improve internal tax platforms for the Global Tax function, including: + Dayu2011tou2011day ownership, configuration and system governance + Driving user takeu2011up, engagement, and bestu2011practice + Acting as a key liaison between Tax, IT, and system partners + Champion the practical use of GenAI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to improve productivity, insight, and ways of working across the Tax team. + Design workflows and provide handsu2011on support and guidance on Alteryx, including: + Supporting Alteryx Gallery usage + Troubleshooting workflows + Establishing best practices and reusable approaches + Design and deliver Lunch & Learn sessions, demos and training materials. + Act as a trusted point of contact for global tax colleagues, listening carefully to challenges and u201cplaying backu201d structured solutions the team can act on. + Develop and create user-friendly Standard Operating Procedures for owned solutions. Qualifications + The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to confidently bridge Tax and Technology domains to streamline processes, support tax analysis and modelling, and drive data-informed decision-making. + Bacheloru2019s degree and 4-5 years of experience in tax or a related field and proven experience in process improvement, automation and tax technology within a large corporate or professional services firm. + Experience in dealing with large datasets, data cleansing and transformation and complex processes. + Proficiency in data transformation, automation, visualization tools, finance systems, including: + + Alteryx (Core level or above) + Microsoft Excel (intermediate or above) + Microsoft SharePoint (intermediate) + Microsoft Power Automate (and Desktop Version) + Microsoft Power BI + + ERP systems such as Oracle Cloud, SAP or similar + Experience with tax software will be useful + Effective organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, run projects endu2011tou2011end, handle stakeholder engagement and deliver ahead of time. + Strong listening and problem-solving skillsu2014able to take complex, unstructured issues and turn them into clear, actionable steps. + Confident and clear communicator, comfortable presenting to groups, facilitating discussions and explaining complex concepts to a range of audiences. + Collaborative team player who can work independently and proactively with a continuous learning mindset, in a global environment. + Builds strong working relationships with internal teams and external advisors/consultants. 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. McDonaldu2019s 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. McDonaldu2019s 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 . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. McDonaldu2019s 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. Requsition ID: 3404