Senior Manager, Tax

Overview

This role involves managing a variety of tax-related responsibilities including preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns, as well as income tax provision. The position offers exposure to specialty areas such as corporate income and franchise taxes, credits and incentives, sales/use/withholding taxes, and other special projects. The role requires collaboration with multiple functional groups including finance, human resources, legal, R&D, IT, and external advisors.

Responsibilities

• Own the quarterly and annual income tax provision process under ASC 740, including calculations, review, supporting documentation, tax account reconciliations, and financial statement disclosures.
• Prepare and review federal, state, local, and foreign income and franchise tax returns, including estimates, extensions, and related filings.
• Provide support and/or manage IRS and state income/franchise tax notices, audits, and information requests.
• Assist with technical research on various tax issues.
• Prepare tax account forecasts and monthly accruals.
• Lead assigned tax projects from planning through execution, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in establishing and ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Develop and mentor other members of the Tax team.
• Assist with ad hoc and special projects such as Section 382 studies and credit studies as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple tax assignments in a fast-paced environment and adapt to different geographic time zones.
• Strong prioritization skills to meet deadlines with accuracy and escalate issues appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as needed to meet business demands.

Education and Experience

• Seven to nine years of recent experience in US corporate income tax, combining Big Four and multinational corporate tax department experience.
• Experience with ASC 740 is required.
• Preference given to candidates with Big Four experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business, or equivalent education and practical experience.
• CPA certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits (US Based Candidates Only)

• Base salary range: $144,000.00 - $216,000.00, dependent on qualifications, skills, experience, and other factors.
• Eligibility for discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation.
• Potential for discretionary equity grants.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.

Location

This position is based in the United States. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US.