Tax Manager

About the role

The Tax Manager will be a key member of the corporate tax team for a US publicly traded company, responsible for U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, tax accounting (ASC 740), and other indirect taxes. This position reports to the Sr. Tax Manager and will partner closely with other Finance, Accounting and external advisors.

Responsibilities

• ASC 740 Tax Accounting & Reporting
  • Manage the quarterly and annual income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740.
  • Manage the effective tax rate calculations, current and deferred tax calculations, and tax-related journal entries.
  • Evaluate and document uncertain tax positions (FIN 48) and valuation allowances.
  • Perform reconciliations for the federal, state and local tax balance sheet accounts.
  • Assist with tax-related disclosures for the financial statements and support external audit requests.
  • Maintain processes and controls around income tax accounting are SOX-compliant.
• Federal & State Income Tax Compliance
  • Manage the U.S. federal income tax return, including consolidated return workpapers.
  • Manage preparation and review of state income and franchise tax returns, extensions, and estimated payments.
  • Compile and maintain tax depreciation and state tax apportionment data.
  • Coordinate and maintain tax calendars to ensure timely filings and payments.
  • Review and support preparation of quarterly federal and state estimated tax calculations.
  • Maintain and document tax positions, elections, and supporting workpapers.
  • Manage relationships with external advisors, ensuring quality, timely deliverables and cost-effective utilization.
• Indirect Tax
  • Oversee Form 1099 reporting and coordination with third party preparer.
  • Manage annual Michigan USE tax filing.
  • Coordinate the preparation and submission of personal property tax information.
  • Lead sales tax calculations, monthly reconciliations and coordinate with third party preparer.
• Tax Planning, Research & Controversy
  • Research and interpret complex federal and state tax issues; assist with technical memos and recommendations.
  • Identify and evaluate tax planning opportunities, including credits, incentives, and method changes.
  • Monitor tax law changes and assess their impact on the company.
  • Support IRS, state and indirect tax audits, including responding to information requests and drafting responses.
  • Support special projects such as legal entity rationalization, M&A due diligence/integration, and modeling the tax impact of business initiatives.
• Process Improvement & Collaboration
  • Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and increase automation in tax compliance and provision.
  • Partner with Accounting/Finance on close processes, forecasted tax rate impacts, and business initiatives.
  • Support development and documentation of tax policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive corporate tax experience, with a mix of federal, state, and ASC 740 responsibilities (public accounting, corporate tax department, or a combination).
• Strong technical knowledge in ASC 740 income tax accounting, including provision preparation and related disclosures.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal and multi-state income tax, including compliance and planning.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with common tax compliance/provision software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Preferred

• CPA and/or Master’s in Taxation (MST) highly preferred.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with indirect taxes (e.g., sales/use) and property tax is a plus.