Role OverviewThe Senior Manager of Corporate Tax is responsible for leading the company's ASC 740 tax provision process, managing federal and state income tax compliance, managing outsourced tax providers and overseeing tax risk. As a key member of the tax leadership team, this role ensures accuracy in tax filings and drives tax-efficient strategies in accordance with SOX 404 requirements.
The position partners closely with Accounting and Finance leadership and has high visibility with executive management.
Key Responsibilities
ASC 740 Tax Provision & Reporting:- Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual income tax provisions, including effective tax rate analysis, deferred tax calculations, valuation allowances and Uncertain Tax Positions (FIN 48).
- Prepare and review SEC tax disclosures (Forms 10-K and 10-Q), working directly with internal financial reporting and external auditors
Income Tax Compliance & Returns:- Oversee the preparation of U.S. federal, state and local income tax returns through a co-sourced model, ensuring accurate and timely filing through detailed review of outsourced returns, including return-to-provision reconciliations.
Indirect Tax Compliance:
- Oversee indirect tax compliance (co-sourced business personal property tax), including management of filings, reconciliations, and audit exposure
SOX & Internal Controls:- Maintain documentation of tax policies, procedures, and process controls to ensure compliance with SOX 404, including testing, and remediation.
Tax Auditsand Notices:- Manage federal and state tax audits and notices (income and indirect tax as required), coordinating responses and documentation and representing the company to tax authorities.
Strategic Planning:- Identify and implement tax planning opportunities and process improvements to optimize tax positions.
Leadership & Mentorship:- Supervise, train, and coach tax staff and senior members to develop their technical expertise.
Outsource/Co-Source Management:
Serve as primary point of contact for outsourced tax service providers, including:
- Scope definition and engagement management
- Review of deliverables (provision, returns, indirect tax filings)
- Performance management and fee oversight
Tax Planning Opportunities:
- Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize cash taxes and ETR within a mid-sized public company structure
Tax Technology:
- Drive process improvements and automation, leveraging tax software and ERP data (often improving legacy or semi-manual processes)
Cross-functionality:
- Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and Operations on tax-sensitive transactions
Additional Responsibilities- Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support risk management operations, process improvement, and business needs
Required- Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; master's in taxation or CPA preferred.
- Experience: 7-10+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, preferably with a mix of Big 4 public accounting and in-house tax at a public company.
- Technical Skills: Deep expertise in ASC 740, US GAAP, and federal/multi-state taxation.
- Technical Stack: Proficiency in tax provision and compliance software (e.g., OneSource Tax Provision, OneSource Income Tax). Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with large data sets. Experience with various ERP systems.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication skills to interact with external auditors and internal leadership.
- ASC 740 Focus: Highest priority on quarterly and annual tax provision reporting.
- SOX Compliance: Rigid requirements for documentation and internal control testing.
- Auditor Coordination: Frequent, intense interaction with external auditors regarding tax positions.
- Manager and Individual Contributor: Experience operating in a lean tax department with hands-on ownership and fast-paced environment.
- Complex Transactions: Involves M&A, share-based compensation, and domestic restructuring.
Preferred- Experience in a mid-cap ($500M-$2B) public company environment
- Exposure to tax technology tools and indirect tax engines (e.g., Vertex, Avalara)
- Experience with Sage Intacct. Proficiency in Lightspeed or similar DMS is a significant advantage. Experience with FloQast and Power BI is also a plus.
- Proven experience managing outsourced/co-sourced tax providers
- Experience with indirect tax (sales & use tax) implementation and compliance process is a plus
Physical Requirements & Work Environment- In office Monday through Thursday, remote on Fridays with use of computer, phone, and standard office equipment
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
- Frequent communication with internal and external partners
- May be exposed to operational environments (retail/service areas with equipment and noise)
Work AuthorizationCandidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
