Corporate Tax Manager (Provisions)

Corporate Tax ManagerAs a Corporate Tax Manager, you will join the Corporate Tax Solutions team to oversee business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting. You will lead client engagements from start to finish, managing budgets and collaborating with national tax specialists to support all areas of a client's tax functions. This role is a hybrid position based in Kansas City, MO, requiring three days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Manage client engagements from planning through completion, ensuring projects remain within budget.Supervise, train, and mentor senior associates, associates, and interns.Conduct primary reviews of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements.Review tax returns prepared by staff, ensuring accuracy and identifying tax-saving opportunities.Research and consult on complex tax matters using industry-leading tax software.Respond to inquiries from the IRS, state, and other relevant tax authorities.Maintain strong relationships with client management to understand business objectives and operations.Identify opportunities to provide additional services to existing and potential clients.Adhere to the highest professional standards and maintain strict client confidentiality.Required Skills & Qualifications: Technical Skills:Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting.Certification: Active CPA license or JD/Active Law License is required.Experience: 4–7 years of progressive experience in tax compliance and/or tax consulting.Domain Expertise: Strong proficiency in ASC 740 (Accounting for Income Taxes) and US GAAP.Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of corporate income tax laws, regulations, and statutory income tax compliance.Software: Proficiency in tax-related software for preparing and processing returns.Functional Skills:Engagement Management: Proven ability to run tax projects from inception to completion.Audit & Review: Experience in tax provision preparation and audit support for large, multi-state or global companies.Research: Ability to conduct technical research on various domestic and international tax matters.Tax Scope: Knowledge of state and local income taxes, international activity taxation, and transfer pricing.Behavioral Skills:Leadership: Strong ability to mentor staff and assess performance during engagement reviews.Communication: Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.Analytical Thinking: High level of attention to detail and complex problem-solving abilities.Client Service: Dedicated to maintaining high-quality client relationships and service delivery.Preferred Qualifications:Professional experience within a Top 15 public accounting firm.Experience using OneSource Tax Provision software.