Tax Manager

About the role

Nikon Inc. is seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Tax Compliance Manager. This role will be responsible for working with Finance and Accounting management in overseeing the organization's tax compliance, planning, and reporting to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations. The role will support the accurate, timely, and compliant execution of Nikon’s U.S. income tax accounting and compliance obligations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and manage the preparation and review company federal tax returns and the accurate, timely filing of all tax forms.
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated federal, state and local income tax returns and other business related filings.
• Prepare detailed income tax workpapers to support federal and state income tax compliance in a timely and accurate manner, in coordination with outsourced tax providers.
• Review corporate income tax returns and year-end tax calculations.
• Support the quarterly and annual income tax provision process (ASC 740/IAS 12), including current and deferred tax calculations, return-to-provision adjustments, and supporting schedules.
• Career development and implementation of process improvements related to tax accounting, compliance, estimates, and reporting workflows.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, controls, and workpapers to support Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (J-SOX) compliance.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and other internal teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and alignment with financial reporting processes.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support the tax function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA preferred (or progress towards certification).
• 4+ years of progressive experience in federal and multi-state income tax within a public accounting firm, or in-house tax department, including exposure to ASC 740 and/or IAS 12.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Federal and Multi-state income tax compliance.
• Experience working with outsourced tax service providers.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with tax audits, notices or controversy matters preferred.
• Interest in process improvement, automation and tax technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel (domestic and international) up to 20%, including overnight travel.
• Work outside of normal business hours, as needed, to meet reporting deadlines and operational requirements.

Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with tax audits, notices or controversy matters preferred.
• Interest in process improvement, automation and tax technology initiatives.

Benefits

Nikon Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.

Schedule

This role is full-time and requires flexibility to work outside of normal business hours as needed.