Tax Manager

Summary

MEPUSA, a subsidiary of Mitsui & Co., Ltd., is an E&P company with substantial investments in onshore oil and gas assets located in the United States. The Accounting & Finance department is seeking a Tax Manager to lead the organization's direct and indirect tax accounting and compliance efforts, including quarterly and annual provisions, deferred tax accounting, federal, state, and local filings, sales & use tax, excise tax, and other non-income taxes where applicable. The Tax Manager utilizes strong initiative and project management skills to anticipate and balance competing demands, coordinate Accounting & Finance staff efforts, and direct concurrent projects to timely meet stakeholder needs. The Tax Manager acts as a business partner to internal departments and is a key member of the Accounting & Finance team.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

- Perform quarterly and annual federal and state tax provisions for multiple entities, including deferred tax analyses - Review standalone and consolidated federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness - Oversee indirect tax efforts to include sales & use tax and excise tax - Design and implement process or system solutions to address unmet tax needs - Lead tax planning efforts to include forecasting taxable income, NOL utilization, and impacts from regulatory changes - Administer intercompany tax sharing agreements by tracking the allocation, payment, and settlement of tax liabilities and benefits under a consolidated return - Maintain SOX-compliant controls and documentation for tax processes - Identify and implement process or workpaper improvements where possible - Liaise with tax consultants, auditors, and remote finance teams to support tax-related matters, reporting, and requests - Implement and utilize tax software to support direct and / or indirect tax needs - Supervise and mentor junior tax staff, and develop their technical expertise - Stay updated on tax legislative changes - Perform other duties as necessary or as assigned

Qualifications

- Experience with state and federal income tax provision and compliance requirements - Knowledge of IFRS tax accounting framework - Strong work ethic, capable of self-monitoring, and being self-directed - Good attention to detail, analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills - Capable of dealing with diverse groups of people, maintains an appreciation for different cultures, and patience when dealing with the unfamiliar - Advanced Microsoft Office skills (including Excel and PowerPoint) - Minimum of 8 years of progressive tax experience in industry and / or Big Four accounting firm - Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role - Bachelors degree in tax, accounting, or finance is required, MBA preferred - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred

Languages Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Licenses, Certificates, Registrations

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred