ASC 740 Tax Leader & Process Improvement Champion

Management Performance Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Management Performance Associates is seeking a hands-on Tax Manager to own the income tax function. You will lead the tax provision process for financial reporting, oversee return preparation with external preparers and internal staff, and coach a team of tax accountants.

You'll drive process improvements, controls, and service levels while collaborating with auditors and management on tax compliance and planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 6+ years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment.
• Strong federal, state, and local tax knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Sharp organizational and analytical skills, with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• A motivated, take-charge attitude.
• Plus: CPA, Master's in Taxation, or experience in manufacturing, retail, insurance, or mortgage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop tax accountants through coaching, supervision, and feedback.
• Own the quarterly and annual ASC 740 tax provision.
• Oversee federal and state income tax return calculations and filings.
• Review FIN 48 and UNICAP positions.
• Respond to notices and inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Work directly with internal and external auditors.
• Research and deliver tax information requested by management and outside parties.
• Support related areas as needed, including sales tax, property tax, payroll tax, and incentives.
• Map, document, and re-engineer tax processes to improve efficiency, controls, and metrics.

Skills

Tax expertise

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership/Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Management Performance Associates is seeking a hands-on Tax Manager to own the income tax function. You will lead the tax provision process for financial reporting, oversee return preparation with external preparers and internal staff, and coach a team of tax accountants.

You'll drive process improvements, controls, and service levels while collaborating with auditors and management on tax compliance and planning.