Tax Manager

Brewer Morris; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris in New York City seeks an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager to oversee tax provision, compliance, reporting and planning. The role reports to the Tax Director and collaborates with the corporate accounting team and international subsidiaries to ensure robust tax governance.

The position requires strong corporate income tax experience in a multinational setting, with the ability to manage both income and indirect tax processes and to engage with auditors as needed.

Qualifications

• Corporate income tax experience, preferably within a multinational or multi-entity environment.
• Experience with corporate tax compliance and income tax workpapers.
• Professional accounting designation is desirable.
• Strong technical, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet modeling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with management and accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions and related tax accounting and reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and/or support tax audits by responding to data requests and notices.
• Prepare transfer pricing documentation and related work papers.
• Collaborate with subsidiaries and affiliates to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance.
• Lead or assist with ad hoc tax projects as needed.

Skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Tax planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is a global leader in the industrial and trading sector, recognized for operational excellence, innovation, and a strong international presence.

They are seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager with strong firsthand corporate tax experience to join their team in New York City (3 days on-site).

Reporting directly to the Tax Director, this role will be responsible for overseeing tax provision, compliance, reporting, and tax planning activities. They will work closely with the corporate accounting team, as well as domestic and international subsidiaries and affiliates, to support the organization's overall tax strategy and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Income Tax

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions, including monthly tax entries, account reconciliations, and related tax accounting and reporting.
• Coordinate the filing of quarterly estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and/or support tax audits by responding to data requests, gathering supporting documentation, and addressing notices from state and local tax authorities.
• Prepare supporting documents and work papers related to transfer pricing documentation.
• Collaborate with subsidiaries and affiliates to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance.
• Research and respond to internal stakeholder inquiries on tax-related matters.
• Monitor, analyze, and provide recommendations related to the internal control structure of the organization.
• Monitor company activities for tax compliance and implications and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Indirect Tax

• Manage the preparation and filing of sales & use tax returns, annual reports, and personal property tax returns for multiple jurisdictions through coordination with accounting personnel to ensure proper data collection and reconciliation.
• Research and provide guidance regarding business transactions and all applicable tax implications.
• Lead and/or assist with ad hoc tax projects and assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Corporate income tax experience, preferably within a multinational or multi-entity environment.
• Experience with corporate tax compliance and familiarity with income tax workpapers, including an understanding of basic income tax calculation concepts.
• Professional accounting designation is desirable.
• Strong technical, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel modeling skills and efficient spreadsheet management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating effectively with management and accounting teams.
• Strong initiative and strategic approach to tax matters.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving business needs.
• Collaborative mindset and eagerness to contribute to both operational and strategic tax initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.