US Corporate Income Tax Manager

Circle K Stores Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Stores Inc. is seeking a US Corporate Income Tax Manager to lead complex U.S. income tax provision and compliance processes for a multi-state C‑corporation.

This senior individual contributor role emphasizes technical computations, detailed workpapers, and research-driven tax positions, with no direct reports but potential for first-level reviews when needed. You will collaborate with Accounting, Finance and other teams, preparing tax positions, documenting analyses, and driving process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–7+ years of U.S. corporate income tax experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Strong experience with U.S. federal and multi-state C‑corporation income tax compliance and provision.
• Hands-on experience preparing complex tax adjustments and technical workpapers (e.g., fixed assets, deferred taxes, E&P).
• Experience researching and documenting income tax positions.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex computations and supporting workpapers for quarterly and annual income tax provision processes.
• Prepare technically complex components of U.S. federal and multi-state income tax filings.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Finance, and cross-functional partners.
• Prepare E&P and basis computations annually; assist extensions and special state filings.

Job description

Position Summary

The US Corporate Income Tax Manager is a senior individual contributor responsible for preparing and supporting core U.S. income tax provision and compliance deliverables. This role focuses on technically complex computations, detailed workpapers, and research-driven tax positions across a multi-state C‑corporation environment. While this position does not have direct reports, there is opportunity to perform first-level reviews of certain workflows based on business need and demonstrated capability. The role is well suited for a technically strong tax professional who values ownership, accuracy, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Income Tax Provision

  • Prepare complex computations and supporting workpapers for quarterly and annual income tax provision processes.
  • Perform detailed tax adjustments, deferred tax calculations, and rollforwards.
  • Prepare and maintain fixed asset tax workpapers and book-to-tax differences.
  • Assist with provision documentation, controls, and audit support.

• Income Tax Compliance

  • Prepare technically complex components of U.S. federal and multi-state C‑corporation income tax filings.
  • Compute and document adjustments related to depreciation, amortization, tax repairs expense and tax gain/loss.
  • Coordinate effectively with Accounting, Finance, and other cross-functional partners.
  • Prepare E&P and basis computations annually.
  • Assist with extensions, estimates, and special state filings as needed.

• Research, Documentation & Technical Support

  • Research U.S. federal and state income tax issues and document tax positions.
  • Prepare and maintain technical memoranda and supporting analysis.

• Process Improvement & Technology

  • Identify opportunities to streamline income tax calculations, workpapers, and data flows.
  • Support automation and standardization initiatives using tax and data tools.
  • Leverage Corptax, Longview, and Alteryx to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and documentation.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of income tax processes and controls.

Qualifications & Experience

• Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 4–7+ years of U.S. corporate income tax experience in public accounting and/or industry.
  • Strong experience with U.S. federal and multi‑state C‑corporation income tax compliance and provision.
  • Hands‑on experience preparing complex tax adjustments and technical workpapers (e.g., fixed assets, deferred taxes, E&P).
  • Experience researching and documenting income tax positions.
  • Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

• Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA, MST, or equivalent professional designation.
  • Experience with Corptax and Longview income tax software.
  • Experience using Alteryx or similar tools for tax data transformation and automation.
  • Experience in a large, complex, multi‑entity environment.

• Key Competencies

  • Strong technical income tax skills
  • Effective time and priority management
  • Intellectual curiosity and research capability
  • Process‑oriented mindset with interest in automation
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Our mission at Circle K is to make people's lives a little easier every day. Our global family of 150,000 people in over 17,300 stores and 27 countries makes that possible for our millions of clients worldwide, which is why we are committed to helping them achieve their goals and grow with us. We set ourselves apart by our culture and values: in our people and their development, in serving others, what we've built and what we are striving to achieve. No matter where you come from or where you are heading in your career, there is a place for you to grow at Circle K. When you grow, we grow - together.