Manager Income Tax

Emerson Electric; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled tax professional to manage corporate income tax compliance and provide strategic guidance. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, ensuring adherence to federal and state tax regulations while fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration. As a trusted advisor, you will lead tax planning initiatives and mentor junior staff, all while contributing to a culture that values diverse perspectives and employee growth. Join a company committed to employee wellbeing and flexible benefits, making a lasting impact in the field of taxation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting and corporate tax experience.
• Broad knowledge of federal and state tax law and GAAP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage lifecycle of US federal and state income tax compliance.
• Supervise complex tax compliance and consulting projects.
• Provide leadership and mentoring for less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Tax Compliance Management

Tax Planning

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting or Tax

Masters in Tax

Job description

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. This position is within the Corporate Tax Department which supervises all aspects of corporate income taxes and is viewed as a trusted business advisor throughout the organization. Team members gain exposure across multiple subject areas of the Corporate Tax function.

We look forward to seeing your application!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Manage the complete lifecycle of US federal and state income tax compliance, including review of subsidiary proforma and consolidated federal income tax returns, calculation of estimated tax payments, and review and reconciliation of ASC740 income tax accrual to tax return adjustments.
• Coordinate, manage, and/or provide assistance with tax planning and controversy matters related to US federal and state income tax.
• Supervise complex tax compliance and consulting projects, including evaluating the impact of new or emerging tax laws.
• Supervise employees and/or service providers who assist with various components of the federal and state income tax liability calculations.
• Assist in preparation of estimated federal and state income tax payment calculations and cash flow forecasting.
• Assist in preparation of the tax provision pursuant to ASC 740 which may include review of specific business unit provisions and providing quarterly tax journal entries.
• Assist with the assimilation of acquired companies into the consolidated federal income tax return and evaluate for differences in accounting methods.
• Review and analyze state tax nexus implications of payroll and on-site service work performed by various US subsidiaries.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to finance personnel regarding income tax matters.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and career guidance for development of less experienced colleagues.
• Perform ad hoc analysis of tax issues to support management inquires, as requested.
• Find opportunities for automation, efficiency, and improvements in tax processes.
• Required travel is less than 5%.

Who You Are:
You follow through on commitments and make sure others do the same. You partner with others to get work done. You display a can-do demeanor in good and bad times. You adjust communication to fit the audience and the message. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You rely on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement when making decisions. For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s or Masters of Science in Accounting or Tax
• Authorized to work in the United States without any sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Masters in Tax preferred
• CPA strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years with public accounting and/or general corporate tax experience at a multinational organization
• Broad knowledge of federal and state tax law and relevant GAAP reporting, including ASC 740

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from phenomenal teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about ourCulture & Values.

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