Tax Manager – Renewable Energy (Solar + Storage)

talisman; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talisman is seeking a Tax Manager to lead its tax function for a national portfolio of solar and storage projects in Arlington, Virginia. This role involves collaborating with various teams on project structuring and tax credit strategy, thereby requiring a blend of experience in renewable energy and tax compliance management. The ideal candidate should possess 4-8 years in tax and have direct experience in the renewable energy sector. More than just compliance roles, this position focuses on deal-facing tax work within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years’ experience in tax with a public accounting background preferred.
• Direct experience in renewable energy or solar is required.
• Knowledge of Section 48 / 48E credits, PWA, and credit monetization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance via external advisors.
• Lead tax input on project structuring including ITC monetization.
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting renewable energy tax.

Skills

Renewable energy expertise

Tax compliance management

Project structuring

Tax credit strategy

Partnership taxation

Education

CPA or Master’s in Tax

Job description

Tax Manager – Renewable Energy (Solar + Storage)

A growth-stage IPP is hiring a Tax Manager to lead its tax function across a national portfolio of solar and storage projects. The business develops, owns, and finances distributed generation and community solar assets, with exposure to emerging U.S. markets.

This is a commercially embedded role — not a pure compliance position. You’ll work alongside project finance, legal, development, and accounting teams on structuring, tax credit strategy, and execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance via external advisors (federal, state, partnership, S&U, property tax)
• Review filings and ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Lead tax input on project structuring, including ITC monetization and tax equity
• Support Section 48 / 48E credit strategy (PWA, FEOC, basis, eligibility)
• Manage ITC insurance processes, diligence, and documentation
• Partner with development and finance teams across the project lifecycle
• Contribute to corporate tax planning and cross-border matters (incl. Canada)
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting renewable energy tax

Requirements

• 4–8 years’ experience in tax (public accounting background preferred)
• Direct experience in renewable energy / solar required
• Working knowledge of Section 48 / 48E credits, PWA, FEOC, and credit monetization
• Experience with partnership taxation and multi‑state tax considerations
• CPA or Master’s in Tax preferred

This role suits someone who wants to move beyond compliance into deal‑facing tax work within a project‑driven environment.