Tax Manager

Takkion; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tax Manager at TAKKION will lead U.S. tax provision (ASC 740), compliance and planning for a fast-growing renewable energy platform backed by private equity.

You will collaborate with accounting, finance, legal and development teams to optimize tax outcomes on project investments, tax equity structures, and acquisitions, while strengthening tax data flows and SOX controls. The role requires CPA, 6+ years of tax experience, and strong communication across all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or tax.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 6 years’ tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax.
• Big 4 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provision and related disclosures (ASC 740).
• Manage tax accounts, reconciliations and provision-to-return adjustments.
• Oversee federal, state and local tax compliance processes and external providers.

Skills

ASC 740

Tax provision

Tax compliance

Tax planning

M&A tax

Tax modeling

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Education

CPA

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Tax Manager will play a critical role in a fast-growing, private equity-backed renewable energy platform. This position leads U.S. tax provision (ASC 740), compliance, and planning, while supporting strategic initiatives including project investments, tax equity structures, and acquisitions. This is a role that partners cross-functionally with accounting, finance, legal, and development teams to drive tax-efficient outcomes in a capital-intensive, project-based environment.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Prepares quarterly and annual income tax provision and related disclosures in accordance with ASC 740
• Manage tax accounts, reconciliations, and provision-to-return adjustments
• Oversee federal, state and local tax compliance processes and external providers
• Ensure timely filings and manage tax calendars across jurisdictions
• Exposure to tax structuring and modeling considerations, including ITC/PTC
• Partner with internal teams and advisors on tax equity structures, including coordination with external advisors and internal stakeholders
• Analyze fixed assets and depreciation (MACRS, bonus) for large-scale projects
• Support project lifecycle activities including placed-in-service and credit qualification
• Assist with transaction support, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financing
• Support entity specific tax matters including allocations, ownership structures, and capital account considerations
• Advise leadership on tax implications of strategic decisions
• Prepare technical memos and support complex tax positions
• Identify tax planning opportunities aligned with growth strategy
• Help build and scale the tax function to support high-growth, private equity-backed environments
• Lead and support tax audits, including documentation of key tax positions and credits
• Drive process improvements and enhance SOX-compliant tax controls
• Improve tax data flows and integration with financial systems
• Manage tax notices and inquiries across jurisdictions
• Coordinate limited Canadian tax compliance with external advisors
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Monitor and asses tax legislation changes and business impacts
• Contribute to special projects in a high-growth environment

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or tax
• CPA required
• Minimum 6 years’ tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax
• Big 4 experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience working in Renewable Energy and/or Private Equity preferred
• Knowledge of ASC 740 and U.S. tax laws
• Knowledge of indirect taxes, including sales, use, franchise, real estate, and personal property
• Exposure to renewable energy tax concepts or capital-intensive industries
• Ability to perform complex tax research and analysis and effectively communicate results in the form of discussion, presentation, or technical memorandum
• Ability to communicate/present issues in a clear and effective manner across all levels throughout the company and external auditors
• Ability to comprehend complex accounting topics
• Able to work up and down through the organization in a team environment, supporting various tax planning and strategic initiatives
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Advanced MS Excel skills
• Demonstrates leadership and influencing experience, maturity, and judgment
• Must have a demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Thrives in a fast paced, high-energy environment
• Enthusiastic, proactive driver of what needs to happen
• Works well under pressure, effectively handling change and demonstrates flexibility

TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all tax related decisions and activities in the organization. You will help us stay tax-compliant and up-to-date on new tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax research
• Prepare and review tax returns
• Identify opportunities to minimize the effective tax rate
• Oversee non-income tax compliance
• Prepare for and lead tax audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years' of experience of professional tax experience
• Strong communication and analytical skills