Manager, Tax

WHO WE ARE:

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WHO YOU ARE:

The Tax Manager will be a contributing member of a tax department that is organized to provide research, expertise, recommendations, and resolutions in complex areas such as compliance, consulting, and planning. The position will report directly to the Senior Director of Tax and have an opportunity to engage in a growing, collaborative, and encouraging work environment; as well as demonstrate personal strengths as a tax professional.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, covering both domestic and international entities.

• Oversee tax accounting processes and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and global reporting standards.

• Manage and optimize the use of OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) for accurate and timely reporting.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance and external auditors, to support tax provision and reporting requirements.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax provision workflows.

• Provide technical guidance on complex tax accounting issues and support strategic tax planning initiatives.

• Assist with federal, state, and local Corporate income tax filings; quarterly estimates; and extensions as needed

• Conduct tax research, assess regulatory compliance, and manage projects as they are assigned

• Ability to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual goals, targets, and deadlines

• Develop and implement process improvements in the Company’s tax procedures utilizing tax technology tools to simplify and automate complex processes

• Coordinate with staff and managers of both the Tax and other key departments within the Company

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting, with a strong focus on ASC 740 provisions.

• Proven experience managing domestic and international tax provisions in a corporate or Big 4 environment.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and global tax reporting requirements.

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a challenging environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Must be comfortable dealing with issues and topics outside of your traditional tax training and running projects fully from start to finish

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA Certification preferred

• 5+ years of public accounting experience with Big 4 or large regional accounting firm.

• Advanced knowledge of OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) and related tax technology tools.

THE PERKS (and these are just a few!):

• Employer Paid Benefits

• 401K with Employer Match

• QRest Sabbatical

• Employee Stock Purchase

• QTS scholarship for dependents

• Eagle Club award trip eligibility

• Paid volunteer days

• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

TOTAL REWARDS:
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

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