Tax Manager, Direct

Caturus, founded by Kimmeridge – an alternative asset manager focused on the energy sector – supports Kimmeridge’s goal of providing low-cost energy with the lowest carbon footprint. The platform combines upstream operations and Commonwealth LNG, a 9.5 million tonnes per annum liquefied natural gas export terminal in southwestern Louisiana, to deliver responsibly sourced, low-emission fuel to domestic and international markets. Caturus is a Houston-based exploration and production company growing production in the Eagle Ford, Austin Chalk, and Haynesville formations while prioritizing safety. Commonwealth LNG re-engineers the LNG construction model with a focus on safety, risk management, and environmental standards.

About the role

The Tax Manager (Direct) will own income and franchise tax workstreams across all filing jurisdictions and entities within the Caturus platform (Commonwealth LNG and Caturus Energy). This role brings tax provision and compliance work in-house, building institutional knowledge and workpapers, and reports to the Tax Director in Houston.

Responsibilities

• Own income and franchise tax compliance workstreams across all filing jurisdictions and entities, managing them in partnership with external providers.
• Build and maintain income and franchise tax workpapers, reducing reliance on outside firms and increasing visibility into tax calculations.
• Prepare the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, coordinating closely with the Financial Reporting team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party tax advisors, coordinating preparation, review, and timely filing of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns, extensions, estimates, and notices.
• Assist the Tax Director with tax research and transaction planning, as needed.
• Review the work of tax staff (Tax Analyst/Associate) once hired, establishing segregation of duties.
• Stay current on changes in federal and state income/franchise tax laws and regulations, communicating updates to relevant teams.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all direct tax filings, payments, and correspondence, including tracking deadlines.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Financial Reporting, and other departments to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions.
• Identify and implement strategies to minimize direct tax liabilities and maximize tax savings.
• Manage data preparation and documentation for tax audits, supporting the Company’s position with statutory, regulatory, or judicial authority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
• CPA or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in multi-jurisdictional income and franchise tax compliance, including preparation and review of the ASC 740 income tax provision.
• Experience with multi-entity or partnership tax structures; energy or LNG industry experience a plus.
• Public Accounting experience preferred but not required.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 income tax provision preparation and federal/state income and franchise tax compliance.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Clear, professional communication (written and verbal) for collaboration with external advisors, internal stakeholders, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with tax software and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience managing or mentoring junior tax staff, or readiness to do so, is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, build scalable in-house tax processes, and maintain strong record-keeping skills.