Job Title: Tax Manager

Job Description

The role of the Lead Tax Manager is to oversee all areas of income, property, and sales tax. This includes saving federal, state, and local tax dollars through both planning and audit activities while complying with tax laws. Additionally, the role serves as a tax advisor to other corporate departments by performing tax research and calculations, including employee benefits, compensation, and employment tax.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of 4 employees, including 2 direct reports, establishing performance metrics and providing coaching and constructive feedback.

• Oversee and manage the timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of US federal, international, state, and local income, sales, and use tax returns. Ensure all tax filings comply with relevant laws and regulations.

• Supervise and assist in managing tax audits, ensuring the primary focus is on minimizing tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Review and guide analysts in responding to auditor requests for documents, reconciliations, and explanations, ensuring responses are timely, accurate, and comprehensive.

• Analyze existing and emerging tax laws to assist in planning company activities that minimize the tax burden and optimize cash flow. Collaborate with internal teams to develop tax strategies that align with the company’s financial and operational goals.

• Stay informed of the latest developments in tax laws and regulations through reading and continuing education, ensuring the company remains compliant and proactive in its tax strategy.

• Supervise and assist in the preparation of quarterly tax reserve schedules, ensuring that reserves are accurately calculated and properly documented in accordance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

• Oversee the preparation of year-end tax accounting reporting, including ASC 740, ensuring that all necessary tax-related information is accurately included in the company’s financial statements. Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of tax experience in public accounting or comparable industry experience, including supervisory/management experience.

• Experience with tax preparation and research software.

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

• CPA Certificate.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently.

• Proven leadership abilities.

• Outstanding organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Knowledge of tax research software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Masters of Tax.

• Multi-state tax experience.

• Experience with Oracle.

Work Environment

Hybrid work schedule (in office Monday-Thursday, remote Friday). Located in downtown Orlando

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Available Bonuses: Performance-based rewards.

Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, accident, and more.

401(k) Retirement Plan: Start saving for your retirement.

Paid Time Off: Vacation, flex days, and holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas).

Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for further education.

Discount Marketplace: Big discounts on auto, cell phones, travel, theme parks, entertainment, and more.

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling, support with on-staff attorneys and financial professionals, and referrals for child and elder care.

Adoption Reimbursement: Financial assistance for adoption.

Wellness Programs: Access to tobacco quit programs, biometric screenings, weight loss programs, and more.

Legal Plan: Pre-paid legal services covering a wide variety of items including identity theft, will and trust preparation, etc.

Dining Discounts: Employee discounts on Red Lobster meals.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Orlando,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.