Tax Manager

Talentify; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer-sponsored 401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

MACOM is seeking a Tax Manager to join a lean, hands-on tax team and support global tax compliance, reporting, planning, and governance activities. The role focuses on US tax and ASC 740 processes while coordinating with international and indirect tax matters with finance teams and external advisers.

The position balances detailed preparation with technical analysis, project management, and process improvement under the Tax & Treasury Director, with RSU eligibility and opportunity for growth in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required and advanced degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and international tax regulations; experience with indirect taxes.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Big-4 experience preferred.
• Semiconductor or technology industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the quarterly and annual ASC 740 process, including preparation and review of provision workpapers, tax account reconciliations, disclosures, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with outside advisors and auditors for provision and compliance.
• Prepare technical tax memos supporting positions taken on tax provision and returns.
• Oversee compliance workpapers and work closely with service providers for return preparation.
• Oversee tax related SOX controls, account reconciliations, process documentation and supporting evidence.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Advanced degree in tax or accounting

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

Job Purpose:

The Tax Manager is a hands‑on member of a small tax team responsible for supporting the company’s global tax compliance, reporting, planning and governance activities.

The role will have primary responsibility for key US tax and ASC 740 processes and will coordinate international and indirect tax matters with local finance teams and external advisers.

The Tax Manager will balance detailed preparation and review responsibilities with technical analysis, project management, process improvement and support for the Tax & Treasury Director.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own the quarterly and annual ASC 740 process, including preparation and review of provision workpapers, tax account reconciliations, disclosures, and supporting documentation including footnote disclosures.
• Work closely with outside advisors and auditors for both provision and compliance support.
• Prepare technical tax memos supporting positions taken on tax provision and returns.
• Oversee compliance workpapers and work closely with service providers for return preparation.
• Own and maintain tax‑related SOX controls, account reconciliations, process documentation and supporting evidence; identify and remediate control or process gaps.
• Assist with tax planning projects and compliance resulting from new legislation.
• Prepare and maintain the monthly worldwide cash tax forecast, working closely with foreign controllers and Treasury to monitor anticipated tax payments, analyze forecast-to-actual variances and support global liquidity planning.
• Maintain and review US international tax calculations and models, including GILTI, BEAT, FDII, Subpart F, foreign tax credits and other applicable provisions, and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments.
• Monitor international tax compliance working closely with foreign controllers and external service providers.
• Monitor intercompany transfer pricing agreements and profitability by entity.
• Take an active role in both US and international audit defense.
• Implement technology‑driven solutions to improve tax processes and reporting efficiency.
• Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance (income, withholding, VAT/GST, property, payroll, sales & use) via internal teams and external advisors; ensure timely, accurate filings and sustainable audit positions.

Key Competencies

Required:

• A CPA with 7 plus years corporate tax experience.
• Strong preference for "Big-4" experience with advanced degree in tax or accounting.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in a lean, hands‑on tax environment.
• Able to move between detailed preparation and senior‑level analysis.
• Strong project‑management and deadline‑management skills.
• Strong decision making and problem‑solving skills with the ability to be innovative, creative, and think critically in resolving issues and improving systems.
• Good working knowledge and understanding of ERP system (ideally SAP).
• Strong accountant with solid tax provision experience.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills .
• Familiarity with non‑income taxes such as sales & use, property and payroll.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement.

Previous Relevant

Work Experience:

• 7+ years of progressive tax experience, including experience managing significant workstreams, external advisers, or junior team members.
• Strong background in US corporate tax compliance and planning; exposure to international tax required.

Minimum

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required and advanced degree preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of US federal, state, and international tax regulations; experience with indirect taxes.
• 7+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Big-4 experience preferred.
• Semiconductor or technology industry experience is a plus.

EEO:

MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call [phone] or email [e-mail]. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

ITAR

Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

RSU Eligible

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.

Salary Range

The Salary Range for this position is $105,000 - $170,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits:

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.