Tax Manager

The Senior State and Local Income/Franchise Tax Manager position works with a high level of independence, but with a great degree of collegiality, serving as a technical tax adviser and supervisor of complex projects. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising and reviewing the work of tax staff and more junior managers.

 

Primary duties include:

 Researching advanced state and local income tax issues, working with taxing authorities and outside advisers as necessary, for a company engaged in highly sophisticated and complex SALT planning Analyzing effective tax rate posture and cash tax position for domestic subsidiaries Managing and optimizing state credits and incentives Developing transfer pricing strategy and support for domestic jurisdictions Assisting with developing audit defense strategies and best practices for state income and franchise tax audits Analyzing and commenting on proposed legislation in various state and local jurisdictions Researching and implementing planning strategies with respect to new business initiatives Researching and implementing planning strategies with respect to existing domestic structure Reviewing financial data for proper application of tax laws, structures Advising on development and maintenance of accounting systems which provide tax information required to be reported Assisting with managing SOX 404 compliance and implementation of best practice procedures Maintaining and communicating knowledge of past, present and potential future tax laws, regulations, rulings, procedures and court decisions Drafting and submitting letter rulings to taxing authorities

This is a high visibility position that requires extensive interaction with the company’s business units, so potential candidates should be able to work well across functional lines. The candidate must be able to communicate complex tax concepts in ways that are easily understood by non-tax professionals. 

5+ years of state and local income/franchise tax experience with a public accounting firm or major law firm, and/or multinational corporation  Excellent written and oral communication skillsThorough understanding of state and local income/franchise tax provisions.  J.D. or a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a CPA and/or MSTDetail-oriented, organized and able to deliver on tight timelinesHighly motivated, hard working, and able to work in a fast paced environmentAble to analyze, and review statutes, regulations, and case law, as well as extract data, and make appropriate recommendations