Income Tax Manager — Energy Credits & Compliance

Fervo Energy Co.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Fervo Energy Co. is seeking an Income Tax Manager to own federal/state income tax compliance and ASC 740 provision processes for a multi-entity, partnership‑heavy structure.

You will partner across Accounting, Finance, Operations, Legal, Treasury, and external advisors on tax planning, credits (ITC/PTC), and delivery of tax equity strategies. The role emphasizes strong technical tax judgment, ownership, and crisp communication as Fervo scales its geothermal portfolio.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive income tax experience across compliance and ASC 740 provision.
• Experience across multiple entities, partnership structures, and complex allocations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state corporate and partnership income tax concepts.
• CPA strongly preferred and Big Four or large‑industry tax background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the income tax provision and reporting under ASC 740, including current and deferred calculations.
• Manage federal and state income tax compliance, coordinating external preparers and data for advisors.
• Support tax credits, tax equity, and project finance structures; track allocations and K‑1s across entities.
• Develop and maintain control documentation, drive SOX readiness, and push for automation.

Skills

Tax analytics

Cross-functional partner

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Tools

ASC 740 knowledge

Job description

Fervo Energy Co. is seeking an Income Tax Manager to own federal/state income tax compliance and ASC 740 provision processes for a multi-entity, partnership‑heavy structure.

You will partner across Accounting, Finance, Operations, Legal, Treasury, and external advisors on tax planning, credits (ITC/PTC), and delivery of tax equity strategies. The role emphasizes strong technical tax judgment, ownership, and crisp communication as Fervo scales its geothermal portfolio.