Tax Manager

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Our client, a global, industry-leading organization, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its finance team at its corporate headquarters in Westlake , Texas . This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing U.S. international tax accounting, compliance, and strategic tax initiatives within a dynamic, multinational environment.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong tax professional who enjoys solving complex international tax challenges, partnering with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.

This will appeal to tax professionals seeking their first manager role in tax in an in house corporate setting.

What You'll Do

Income Tax Accounting (ASC 740)

• Lead the U.S. international quarterly and annual tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740.
• Collaborate with global finance teams to review foreign tax provisions and ensure timely reporting.
• Review tax accounts, temporary differences, uncertain tax positions, and valuation allowances.
• Partner with external auditors and financial reporting teams on tax disclosures and audit support.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls surrounding tax accounting processes.

U.S. International Tax & Planning

• Manage key international tax calculations, including GILTI, Subpart F, BEAT, Foreign Tax Credits, and related provisions.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on U.S. international compliance filings, including Forms 5471, 8858, 1118, and related reporting.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and planning initiatives.
• Oversee OECD Pillar Two and Country-by-Country reporting compliance.
• Participate in international tax planning projects, including legal entity restructuring, cash repatriation strategies, and tax optimization initiatives.
• Monitor changes in U.S. and global tax legislation and assess business impacts.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and international business teams to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax reporting, automation, data quality, and operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive corporate income tax experience, ideally combining public accounting and corporate experience.
• Strong technical expertise in ASC 740 and U.S. international tax, including GILTI, Subpart F, FDII, Foreign Tax Credits, and BEAT.
• Experience with tax provision software such as OneSource or CorpTax and ERP systems including Oracle or NetSuite.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with experience working across global teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or Master's degree in Taxation.
• Experience with CorpTax Provision.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established global organization that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside experienced finance leaders, contribute to strategic international tax initiatives, and help shape the future of a growing global business.

In return, you'll enjoy a collaborative team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a multinational organization.

This position is 100% onsite in Southlake, Texas.


Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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Jonathan Shatz