Corporate Tax Manager (Hybrid)

SGS; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to supervise US consolidated federal, and consolidated state income tax returns, plus interim and year-end tax provisions.

You will lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, oversee tax filings, evaluate implications of activities, and support audits while driving tax planning and compliance in a fast-paced global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of direct corporate tax experience is required.
• 1-3 years supervisory experience is required.
• Prior international experience or working in a multicultural environment is required.
• CPA certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Manages tax planning, reporting, and compliance functions.
• Manages tax accounting staff, conducts interviews, coaches, trains, and evaluates employees.
• Oversees the preparation of all tax filings and reporting.
• Evaluates tax implications and develops strategies to minimize tax obligations.
• Assists in external federal, state, and local income tax audits.
• Leads Tax Director in projects and ad hoc initiatives.
• Adheres to internal standards and procedures.
• Supervises employees in day-to-day duties.

Skills

English – Advanced

Leadership abilities

Analytical background

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree in Taxation (preferred)

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Tools

Oracle 12

ONESOURCE

Corptax

Excel

Job description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 96,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

The Corporate Tax Manager is responsible for supervising the preparation of US consolidated federal and consolidated, combined, and separate state income tax returns. They will also oversee the computation of interim and year-end income tax provisions, as well as review and manage the tax returns prepared by the Tax team. Additionally, the Tax Manager will lead and mentor a team of Tax professionals.

• Manages tax planning, reporting, and compliance functions.
• Manages tax accounting staff, conducts selection interviews, coaches, trains, conducts performance evaluation, and motivates employees.
• Oversees the preparation of all tax filings and reporting.
• Evaluates the tax implications of company activities and develops strategies to minimize the tax obligations.
• Provides input into developing the country budget.
• Assists the Tax Directorin all external federal, state and local income tax audits.
• Analyzes and prepares all supporting documentation to any Tax related information document requests.
• Assists the Tax Director in federal/state tax credit generation projects, Tax planning, and other ad hoc projects.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supervises employees in performance of their day-to-day duties
• Has full responsibility for employees’ actions

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance. (Required)
• Minimum 5+ years of direct transferable experience in corporate Tax (Required)
• 1-3 years supervisory experience (Required)
• Prior international experience or working in a multicultural environment managing international projects (Required)
• Master’s degree in Taxation preferred in combination with experience outlined above (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (Required)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: English – Advanced level proficiency (Required)
• French and/or Spanish (Preferred)
• Mathematical Skills: Advanced level proficiency (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level (Required)
• Strong business acumen/business awareness with solid technical and analytical background (Required)
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational and inter-personal skills (Required)
• Excellent professional written and verbal communication (Required)
• Ability to think creatively and clearly express vision and ideas (Required)
• Ability to analyze data and information and develop workable, compliant and creative solutions (Required)
• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced and highly demanding environment (Required)
• Leadership abilities and skills (Required)
• Computer Skills
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) – Intermediate user proficiency (Required)
• Well-versed in ERP systems required (Oracle 12 preferred, OPT or ONESOURCE property tax, Corptax, etc.) (Required)

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Occasionally
• Sit: Frequently
• Use hands: Frequently
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: None
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: None
• Talk/hear: Frequently
• Taste/Smell: None
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 10 lbs

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 – $125,000 annually. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health:Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth:In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth:Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance:Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close November 1, 2026.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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