Tax Manager

Overview

• Lead tax compliance and strategic planning for a dynamic organization, ensuring adherence to regulations and optimizing tax strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate and timely tax filings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, including deferred tax analysis and reconciliation processes.
• Conduct thorough research on tax laws and regulations to maintain compliance and identify optimization opportunities.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on organizational tax strategies and operations.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency in tax workflows.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and legal teams to align tax planning with broader organizational goals.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local income tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Facilitate timely filing of quarterly estimated tax payments and annual tax provisions.
• Conduct tax provision calculations and reconciliations under ASC 740 standards.
• Perform tax research and document findings to support compliance and strategic initiatives.
• Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities with detailed documentation.
• Maintain organized and comprehensive tax records and documentation for internal and external use.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tax strategies with organizational objectives.
• Assist in preparing R&D tax credits and other applicable tax incentives to optimize benefits.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant tax experience, with 5 years preferred.
• Proficient understanding of tax concepts and U.S. GAAP principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with tax preparation software.
• Experience with GoSystem, Onesource, or CCH Axcess is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for accurate reporting and compliance.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.