Sr. Manager, Global Tax Accounting

Job Purpose

The Senior Manager, Global Income Tax Accounting, will be responsible for managing the global income tax financial reporting (ASC 740) process, as well as the global income tax forecasting process. The role has two US-based internal staff. This role will be the key interface with finance personnel globally, regarding income tax accounting issues.  This role reports directly to the Director, Global Income Tax Accounting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monthly/quarterly income tax accounting efforts including:
  • Review of income tax information provided by non-US controllers.
  • Calculation of quarterly global effective tax rate utilizing the principles of ASC 740.
  • Ensure coordination between US and non-US processes.
  • Review and approval of global income tax analysis files and required journal entries.
  • Coordination of recurring deliverables as part of the month-end close and financial statement audit process.
• Support the Director, Global Income Tax Accounting with quarter-end and year-end reporting processes for the consolidated financial statements, including: 
  • Detailed global income tax calculation at year-end and roll forward of deferred taxes for global locations, utilizing a legal entity tax package model.
  • Analyze and document valuation allowance analyses and conclusions.
  • FIN 48 analyses and interest calculations, as well as review of tabular roll forward.
  • Summary of global income tax data and drafting income tax footnote disclosure. 

•    Calculate and record the Pillar Two impact for ASC 740 purposes on a quarterly/annual basis.
•    Manage the global income tax forecasting process with a specific focus on cash taxes.
•    Special projects include process development and systems implementations, automation of tax processes, coordination with business units, and various tax technical issues.
•    Research and provide oral/written advice to the business on global tax accounting matters such as deferred taxes, especially related to contemplated business transactions.
•    Monitor global tax legislation and FASB updated, with an income tax impact, and advise tax team as appropriate. 
•    Manage and develop direct report/s as well as assist in building skills in the tax team. 
•    Communicate global tax positions and developments effectively – orally and in writing – to the Director, Global Income Tax Accounting

Key Competencies:
•    Decision making based on accurate analytics, knowledge of current and pending tax legislation, knowledge of internal controls and corporate policies, and risk recognition. 
•    Self-motivated with strong leadership, talent management and organizational skills. 
•    Ability to work well cross-functionally and influence across the organization at all levels.
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of staff. 
•    Able to meet deadlines, solve problems independently, take initiative and make decisions. 
•    Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
•    Open and willing to adapt to change and adjust routines accordingly.
•    Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
 

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.  Accounting or finance preferred. 
• Master’s Degree or certification (CPA) preferred.
• 7+ years of corporate tax experience in the income tax accounting (ASC 740) area. Experience in a Big-4 firm and/or with a U.S.-based multinational strongly preferred. 
• 3+ years of supervisory management experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Must have strong knowledge of U.S. federal tax compliance requirements.
• Exceptional business communication skills with ability to effectively relate tax issues to non-tax personnel.
• Track record of effectively managing a team; strong consensus builder and team player.