Income Tax Manager - PCS

Patterson-UTI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson-UTI seeks an Income Tax Manager to own U.S. federal tax calculations, provisions, and compliance, while supporting international and state matters as needed. The role combines technical research, process improvements, and leadership in ASC 740 matters, with surge support during peak periods.

You will collaborate with tax leadership, provide guidance to Senior Tax Analysts, and drive accuracy, documentation, and timely delivery of tax outputs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal income tax laws and ASC 740 requirements.
• Ability to research complex tax matters and prepare clear memoranda.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex U.S. tax calculations, provisions, compliance filings, and forecasts.
• Lead or support ASC 740 quarterly and annual tax provision processes.
• Perform technical tax research and document positions and conclusions.
• Analyze transactions for tax implications and assist with planning and audits.

Skills

US Federal Income Tax

ASC 740

Tax Research

Communication

Mentorship

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Master's degree

Tools

Corptax

OneSource

Power BI

SAP S/4

Job description

Job Description

The Income Tax Manager is responsible for preparing complex U.S. corporate income tax calculations, provisions, compliance filings, forecasts, and supporting analyses, with a primary focus on U.S. federal income tax matters. This highly hands-on position serves as a subject matter expert across the income tax function and provides support in U.S. federal, international, and state income tax matters based on business needs and departmental priorities. The position also supports income tax planning, audits, technical research, process improvements, tax technology initiatives, and special projects while partnering with tax leadership and other team members to deliver accurate, timely, and technically sound work.

Detailed Description

• Serve as a technical resource across U.S. federal, U.S. international, and U.S. state income tax with a primary focus on U.S. federal income tax matters.
• Prepare complex income tax calculations, workpapers, returns, provisions, forecasts, and supporting analyses.
• Lead or support complex technical areas, including equity-based compensation and ASC 740 income tax provision matters.
• Assist with, support, and lead (as assigned) ASC 740 quarterly and annual income tax provision processes including uncertain tax positions, deferred taxes, valuation allowances, and effective tax rate analyses.
• Assist with maintaining tax attributes, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with internal control and SOX requirements.
• Assist in developing and improving tax processes, controls, and documentation.
• Ensure work products are complete, accurate, and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Identify technical issues, process gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and/or participate in tax technology, automation, and process improvement projects.
• Perform technical tax research and prepare memoranda supporting tax positions and conclusions.
• Share technical knowledge and best practices across the tax organization.
• Provide technical guidance and share knowledge and best practices with Senior Tax Analysts and other tax team members.
• Analyze the tax implications of business transactions, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Provide surge support across multiple income tax disciplines during peak workload periods.
• Assist with tax controversies, audits, notices, and information requests.
• Lead special projects and ad hoc analyses as assigned.
• Monitor tax law developments and communicate potential impacts to tax leadership.

Job Requirements

• Strong knowledge of a broad range of U.S. federal income tax laws and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax provisions and related SEC filing procedures.
• Strong research, analytical, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to research complex income tax matters, interpret applicable guidance, and prepare clear technical memoranda supporting tax positions and conclusions.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and informal mentorship to Senior Tax Analysts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Able to work under time-sensitive deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Able to work independently and prioritize multiple projects within established deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of U.S. corporate income tax experience, which can include a combination of U.S. federal, U.S. international, and U.S. state income tax.
• 3+ years of specialized U.S. federal corporate income tax compliance.
• 3+ years of specialized ASC 740 income tax provision experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Combination of public accounting and internal corporate income tax department experience with a publicly traded company.
• Experience with SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Certified Public Accountant credential.
• Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, or a related field.
• U.S. international and / or U.S. state income tax experience.
• Proficient with Corptax and / or OneSource tax software.
• Proficient with tax technology and analytic tools such as Alteryx, Power BI, and AI solutions.
• Proficient with SAP S/4.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily in a climate controlled / office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. The job may require some overtime, including evenings, weekends, or holidays.

About Us

Patterson-UTI Central Support Services, LLC is a shared services company that provides centralized functional support to the different business segments. These functions, which include areas such as Human Resources, Legal, Accounting/Finance, Information Technology, and Marketing and Communications, drive efficiency, manage risks, recruit and develop staff, and support the growth and innovation of the organization.

Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.