Tax Manager

Ledgent-Finance-; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client in Portland, Oregon, is seeking a Tax Manager to join its corporate tax team. Hybrid role with 3 days in office and 2 days remote. You will lead federal/state returns, ASC 740 provisions, and tax planning across complex multi-entity structures.

This position offers exposure to a broad tax environment, cross-functional collaboration with accounting, finance, and operations, and opportunities for growth within a stable, expanding organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field.
• 4+ years of corporate income tax experience.
• Experience with multi-state filings and complex structures.
• CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage federal and state income tax returns for multiple entities.
• Compile and analyze trial balances, tax adjustments, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740.
• Calculate and coordinate federal, state, and local tax payments, estimates, and extensions.
• Research and interpret federal and state tax regulations and assess business impacts.
• Support state apportionment calculations and tax reporting across jurisdictions.
• Manage correspondence with taxing authorities, including notices, audits, refunds, and examinations.
• Review tax-related reconciliations and schedules prepared by staff.
• Partner with accounting, finance, and operations teams for tax treatment accuracy.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on income tax compliance matters.
• Assist with tax planning, forecasting, business initiatives, acquisitions, and special projects.
• Provide support for sales tax, property tax, and other indirect tax matters as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field

Tools

ASC 740

Job description

Tax Manager (JN -092026-431845) Portland, Oregon

Salary: USD90000 - USD120000 per year

Tax Manager
Location: Portland Metro
Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 DOE
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Our client, a well-established and growing organization with complex multi-entity operations across the U.S. and internationally, is seeking a Tax Manager to join its corporate tax team. This role offers exposure to a diverse tax environment, including federal and state income tax compliance, tax provision work, and strategic tax planning initiatives. Reporting to senior tax leadership, this position is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys navigating complex tax structures, researching technical issues, and partnering cross-functionally to support compliance and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage federal and state income tax returns for multiple entities, including complex corporate structures.
• Compile and analyze trial balances, tax adjustments, and supporting schedules for tax filings.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual income tax provisions under ASC 740, including deferred taxes and effective tax rate calculations.
• Calculate and coordinate federal, state, and local tax payments, estimates, and extensions.
• Research and interpret federal and state tax regulations and assess business impacts.
• Support state apportionment calculations and tax reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage correspondence with taxing authorities, including notices, audits, refunds, and examinations.
• Review tax-related reconciliations and supporting schedules prepared by staff members.
• Partner with accounting, finance, and operational teams to ensure accurate tax treatment of transactions.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and consultants on income tax compliance matters.
• Assist with tax planning, forecasting, business initiatives, acquisitions, and special projects.
• Provide support for sales tax, property tax, and other indirect tax matters as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field.
• 4+ years of corporate income tax experience.
• Experience working with complex organizational structures and multi-state tax compliance.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740 tax provisions preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders.
• CPA or progress toward certification is a plus.

Preferred Background

• Corporate tax experience within manufacturing, industrial, distribution, natural resources, or similarly complex operating environments.
• Experience working with large data sets and multiple legal entities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, growth-oriented organization that offers strong benefits, career development opportunities, and exposure to a broad range of tax and business initiatives.