Corporate Tax Manager

CareerNerds, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a hands-on Tax Manager to own the income tax function. You will lead the tax provision process for financial reporting, supervise return preparation with staff and external preparers, and mentor a team of tax accountants.

You will also drive process improvements, controls, and metrics while supporting related tax areas such as sales and payroll taxes. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills and a proactive, take-charge attitude.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 6+ years of tax experience in public accounting or corporate setting.
• Strong federal, state, and local tax knowledge; solid analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop tax accountants through coaching and supervision.
• 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.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to tax notices.

Skills

Leadership

Tax knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

We're looking for a hands-on Tax Manager to take full ownership of our income tax function. You'll 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 also be accountable for continuously improving how the work gets done, including process design, quality, controls, risk, and service levels.

What You'll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 6+ years of tax experience in public accounting or a 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