Tax Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking an experienced U.S. Tax Manager to oversee the U.S. tax function for a global corporate enterprise. Hybrid work in New York, NY with leadership to manage compliance, provisions, planning, and cross-border matters.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA or MST with 6+ years of corporate tax experience and deep ASC 740 expertise, able to collaborate across finance, accounting, and international teams.

Qualifications

• Active CPA designation or MST required.
• 6+ years of progressive corporate tax experience.
• Deep technical foundation in ASC 740, FIN 48, and GAAP.
• Ability to translate complex tax regulations into clear business guidance for cross-functional partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns.
• Manage ASC 740 tax provision processes for all U.S. entities.
• Develop and execute tax planning strategies to optimize tax position.
• Lead liaison with federal/state tax authorities and external auditors.
• Support cross-border and cross-functional tax initiatives.

Skills

CPA Designation

Master’s in Taxation

ASC 740 knowledge

Excel

Google Workspace

Education

CPA or MST

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Tax Manager

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Salary: $160,000 base plus bonus

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced U.S. Tax Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for the U.S. tax function within a growing global corporate enterprise. Reporting directly to the Managing Director (U.S. Region), this individual serves as the subject matter expert and internal consultant for all U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance, tax provisions, planning, and strategy.

This is a high-visibility role ideal for a CPA or Master in Taxation with strong ASC 740 skills who enjoys working cross-functionally across corporate development, accounting, and international entities.

Key Responsibilities

• U.S. Tax Compliance & Reporting: Direct the completion of U.S. federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns, sales & use tax filings, estimated tax payments, and extensions. Maintain nexus and taxability studies.
• ASC 740 Income Tax Provisions: Manage quarterly and annual tax provision processes for all U.S. entities under ASC 740, including current/deferred tax calculations, effective tax rate (ETR) analysis, and FIN 48 uncertain tax positions.
• Tax Planning & Strategic Advisory: Develop and execute tax strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize the firm’s tax position. Advise on U.S. inbound/outbound financing, cross-border transactions, transfer pricing compliance, acquisitions, and new business ventures.
• Audit & Authority Management: Serve as the primary liaison for federal and state tax audits, inquiries, and notices. Coordinate with external auditors and advisors on statutory financial audits, footnote disclosures, and tax schedules.
• Cross-Border & Operational Support: Assist with foreign affiliate reporting (E&P calculations), W-8/W-9 administration, FATCA status determinations, and cash tax forecasting.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Active CPA Designation or Master’s in Taxation (MST) required.
• 6+ years of progressive corporate tax experience within a Big 4/national public accounting firm or multinational corporate tax department.
• Deep technical foundation in U.S. GAAP (ASC 740, FIN 48), federal/state compliance, and international tax concepts (IFRS familiarity is a plus).
• Proven ability to act as an internal consultant, translating complex tax regulations into clear business guidance for cross-functional partners.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and Google Workspace.