Corporate Tax Manager

Eppendorf; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Eppendorf in the United States seeks a senior corporate tax professional to lead multi‑jurisdiction tax compliance and planning. You will own federal, state, and international tax matters, manage audits, and coordinate with Finance, Legal, and Operations on strategic initiatives.

You bring 8+ years of experience, a CPA/CA or equivalent, and a strong background in consolidated federal and multi‑state filings. Proficiency with CorpTax and SAP is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive corporate tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Experience supporting complex multi-entity or multi-jurisdiction operations.
• CPA/CA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US federal/state corporate taxes and multi-state filings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file U.S. federal corporate income tax returns (Forms 1120, 5471, 1118 and 899x series) and multi-state filings.
• Record tax payments and prepare year-end tax provisions for U.S. consolidated group and Canadian entity.
• Manage federal, state, and local tax audits, inquiries, notices and responses.
• Oversee preparation and filing of sales & use tax, Canadian GST/HST, property tax and FBAR/1042 filings.
• Oversee tax engine configurations in SAP and CorpTax.

Skills

Corporate tax compliance

Tax accounting

Audits support

Intercompany transactions

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field

CPA / CA or equivalent certification preferred

Tools

CorpTax

SAP

MS Office

Job description

How you can make an impactTake ownership of multi‑jurisdictional corporate tax compliance, tax accounting and tax support for strategic initiatives and transactions in a hands‑on manager role.Prepare and file U.S. federal corporate income tax returns for the group, including Forms 1120, 5471, 1118 and the 899x series, as well as multi‑state income and franchise tax returns.Record tax payments via journal entries, maintain accurate general ledger reconciliations and prepare year‑end tax provisions for the U.S. consolidated group and Canadian entity.Manage federal, state and local tax audits, inquiries, notices and other tax matters, coordinating responses and negotiating resolutions where needed.Oversee preparation and filing of sales & use tax returns, Canadian GST/HST returns, property tax returns and annual filings such as FBAR and Form 1042.Oversee the SAP tax engine, assisting with updates, changes and migrations, and ensuring that tax settings and processes support accurate and efficient compliance.Analyze legislative and regulatory changes for their impact on the business; partner with Finance, Legal, Operations and other functions to support strategic initiatives and transactions, and develop and maintain effective tax controls, processes and documentation.What sets you apartBringing at least 8+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, gained in public accounting, a corporate tax department or a mix of both.Demonstrated experience supporting complex organizations with multiple entities, business lines or jurisdictions, and managing tax compliance, tax accounting and tax planning responsibilities.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field; a CPA, Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional certification is preferred.Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate federal and state income tax regulations and expertise in consolidated federal and multi‑state tax return preparation.Experience supporting federal and state tax audits, handling inquiries and notices, and resolving complex tax issues.Exposure to international tax topics and foreign source income is preferred, along with familiarity with Canadian tax requirementsComfortable working with MS Office Suite and tax/compliance tools; experience with CorpTax and SAP is preferred. You bring a detail‑oriented, structured working style and strong communication skills, enabling you to explain tax impacts clearly to both finance and non‑finance stakeholders.What we offerWe value your expertise. A competitive compensation package with an annual base salary of $115k - $125k.Purpose and impact. Your work ensures tax integrity and supports strategic decisions in a company dedicated to improving human living conditions through life science solutions.Comprehensive benefits. A competitive total rewards package, including health, financial and education benefits, supports you in different stages of life.Professional growth. Opportunities to deepen your expertise in domestic and international tax, systems (e.g. SAP) and strategic projects, and to progress in finance leadership within a global organization.Collaborative environment. Close partnership with Finance, Legal, Operations and global colleagues in a culture that values integrity, clear communication and continuous improvement.