Corporate Tax Manager

SUMMARY

Maintains responsibility for managing and executing key aspects of U.S. domestic, primarily federal corporate income tax compliance, tax provision, and supporting domestic tax planning initiatives for the Company and its subsidiaries. Takes ownership of complex domestic tax matters, independently interacts with internal stakeholders and external advisors, and provides well-reasoned technical analysis to support compliance, provision, audit defense, and informed business decisions.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages day-to-day execution of U.S. domestic corporate income tax compliance and provision, including coordination with third-party tax return preparers and internal business partners. Supports strategy, policy, and procedure for domestic tax compliance. Takes ownership of and ensures the completion of federal tax compliance and tax provision reporting. Gathers information and performs complex technical tax and applicable business analyses. Reviews federal and state tax returns, tax provision, supporting schedules, and workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and technical compliance with applicable tax law and regulations. Maintains responsibility for tax technical review over accounting for income taxes and tax provision to return documentation. Directs and advises third-party provider and provides tax technical support to accounting related to ASC 740/IAS 12. Develops and maintains procedures around the integrated process for tax compliance and estimated payments for all of Subaru Corporation's (SBR's) U.S. subsidiaries. Researches, interprets, and applies U.S. domestic tax law, regulations, and guidance to company transactions and ongoing operations. Evaluates the impact of new or proposed legislation to formulate company policies, practices, and procedures. Prepares technical analyses, position memos, and documentation to support federal tax positions for current compliance, future reference, and audit defense. Manages negotiations and controversy in federal channels with the support of Tax leadership team. Uses research and communication skills to develop and support positions as well as provides summary of the issues and legal arguments verbally and in writing. State income tax support may be necessary as needed. Serves as a primary federal tax contact and trusted business partner for internal stakeholders, lending expertise for complex tax questions and projects and independently providing practical, well-supported recommendations. Supports Head of Tax and Federal and International Tax Manager with day-to-day management of federal income tax audits, notices, and inquiries from taxing authorities, including preparation of responses, coordination with external advisors, and exercising negotiation and settlement authority.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports federal tax planning initiatives and special projects as business needs evolve. Assists with cross-functional initiatives involving Finance, Legal, Commercial, Supply Chain, and external advisors. Provides technical support to other members of the Tax team as needed. Identifies process improvements and opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and controls within the U.S domestic tax compliance and tax provision processes.

REQUIRED SKILLS & PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Strong technical knowledge of U.S. domestic corporate income tax concepts, including consolidated return compliance. Technical knowledge of IAS 12/ASC 470 principles. Demonstrated ability to independently research complex tax issues and develop supportable conclusions. Ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly and effectively, both written and verbally, to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to work independently on non-routine matters while escalating issues appropriately. Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite and tax research, tax provision, tax compliance, and other business software applications. Proficient user of artificial intelligence (AI) applications such as Gemini, CoPilot, or ChatGPT Preferred Ability to see the big picture, identify relevant facts, isolate and quantify exposures, and make competent and reliable recommendations to management. Ability to make informed and solid decisions regarding binding audit/appeals settlements. Excellent and proven negotiating skills. Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal) to confidently work with all levels of internal and external personnel and support current Tax Department matters and future audit defense. Ability to apply skills developed from previous education and qualified work experiences to evaluate and solve unexpected and new tax issues. Required Certification(s) : CPA - Certified Public Accountant

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; master's degree in taxation or finance preferred. At least 8-10 years of relevant tax accounting and compliance experience as an accounting/tax professional in a large corporate environment. At least 4-6 years of public accounting experience working with large corporate clients and Big 4 firms required. 4-6 years of work experience utilizing analytical skills and 4-6 years of accounting experience preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Office Location: Camden, NJ apart of the Greater Philadelphia Area (Philly) Hybrid Role: Hybrid Role - Remote work 2 days per week (after 90 days) [Wednesdays & Fridays]

COMPENSATION:

The recruiting base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $145,000 / year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Additionally, this role is bonus-eligible , with a target bonus percentage that provides an opportunity to earn even more based on your performance. (Internal Job Grade: M1)

WHY JOIN US?

In addition to competitive salary, Subaru offers an amazing benefits package that includes: Total Rewards & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings 15 Vacation days, 5 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick days, and 9 Company Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Program: $15,000 yearly benefit Vehicle Discount Programs Learning & Development: Professional growth and development opportunities Direct partnership with senior leadership Formal Mentorship Program LinkedIn Learning License Visit our careers landing page for additional information about our compensation and benefit programs.

ABOUT SUBARU

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