CDM Smith

Manager, Tax

CDM Smith$134K — $234K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of related experience, including 2+ years in a management role
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Current CPA or JD certification necessary
  • Experience in both U.S. federal and international taxation
  • Strong knowledge of ASC 740 accounting for income taxes
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

  • Lead U.S. and international tax compliance activities and filings
  • Manage complex international tax matters including GILTI and Pillar Two
  • Oversee quarterly and annual income tax provision process under ASC 740
  • Research federal and international tax issues and legislative impacts
  • Partner with leaders on tax guidance for global expansion
  • Prepare technical memoranda and presentations for stakeholders
  • Drive process improvements and automation using Microsoft Power technologies

Benefits

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Exposure to diverse and dynamic international tax matters
  • Opportunities for cross-functional collaborations and strategic input
  • Involvement in process improvement and technology enhancements
  • Potential for professional development within a growing organization
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead U.S. and international tax reporting, compliance, planning, and provision activities for a growing global organization. In this highly visible role, you will partner with finance leadership, business stakeholders, and external advisors to help ensure compliance, support strategic business initiatives, and navigate an evolving international tax landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys balancing technical tax expertise with strategic planning, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Lead U.S. and international tax compliance activities, including the preparation and review of tax calculations, filings, and related reporting requirements.
  • Manage international tax matters, including foreign tax credits, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Pillar Two, and other cross-border tax considerations.
  • Prepare and manage the quarterly and annual income tax provision process under ASC 740, including supporting schedules and financial statement disclosures.
  • Research complex federal and international tax issues and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments.
  • Partner with business leaders and project teams to provide tax guidance related to global expansion initiatives, new jurisdictions, and international business activities.
  • Prepare technical tax memoranda, documentation, and presentations for leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Monitor global tax developments, including OECD Pillar Two requirements, and support related compliance and reporting obligations.
  • Support the development, implementation, and documentation of the company's global transfer pricing strategy.
  • Collaborate with external tax advisors to support compliance, planning, and strategic tax initiatives.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements using technologies such as Microsoft Power Platform and Power BI.


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Skills & Abilities

  • Experience with U.S. federal and international taxation.
  • Strong understanding of accounting for income taxes (ASC 740).
  • Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax matters to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of related experience with at least 2 of those years in a management or supervisory capacity.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Current CPA or JD required.


Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Amount of Travel Required

No Travel is required
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Pay Range Max

USD $234,936.00
Pay Range Min

USD $134,264.00

About CDM Smith

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. CDM Smith offers services in areas such as water resources, transportation, environmental engineering, and more. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. CDM Smith has offices throughout the United States and around the world.
Learn more about CDM Smith
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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