Tax Manager

Job-ID: 72186Category: FinanceLocation: Dearborn, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-12Closes: 2026-10-27Preferred Degree: Master DegreeWe made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.In this position...We seek a tax professional with experience in domestic and international tax compliance, including reviewing tax returns and supporting calculations, researching and interpreting tax laws, and coordinating compliance activities across multiple stakeholders.The successful candidate will use sound judgment to resolve routine tax matters, escalate complex or significant issues as appropriate, and leverage tax technology, Microsoft applications, and AI-enabled tools to improve tax processes, analysis, and reporting.Additional experience in tax controversy, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, business expansion, corporate financing, or partnership tax is preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with key corporate groups, including Legal, Treasury, Accounting, Finance, and business units, are essential.QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor's degreeLicensed or registered CPA or admitted to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the United States5-7 years of multinational tax experience with a large U.S.-based corporation or nationally recognized accounting or law firmExperience leveraging tax technology, Microsoft applications, and AI-enabled tools to improve tax processes, analysis, and reportingExperience with CorpTax software preferredFederal corporate income tax experience.Public accounting experience.Willingness to work on a variety of tax matters and develop a strong understanding of the company’s business and operationsExcellent writing and communication skills; ability to explain complex tax concepts to those with limited tax experienceTeam-oriented with some supervisory or review experience.Genuine interest in compliance work.Even better, you may have...JD or MST from an accredited college or university preferred but not requiredInternational tax complianceTax technology experience or strong interestIRS audit experienceTax research skillsTax provision / tax accounting experiencePartnership tax experienceLarge manufacturing background, or financial services relevant to the Ford Credit sideExperience on large, cross-functional project groupsAbility to multitask across a variety of workYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: New Hire BenefitsVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#LI-CS4ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Perform detailed analysis of tax compliance matters, review tax returns, calculations, and supporting work prepared by others, and support tax forecastingCollaborate with team members to identify, develop, communicate, and implement process improvements and tax strategiesProvide tax compliance support for corporate transactions and business initiativesResearch, evaluate, and document tax return positions in coordination with tax counsel and other subject-matter expertsCommunicate significant compliance matters, risks, and recommendations to tax leadership and key stakeholdersResearching and interpreting applicable tax laws and resolving routine tax issuesReviewing tax returns, calculations, reconciliations, and supporting workpapersSupporting interactions with tax authorities and coordinating responses to information requestsCoordinating tax compliance activities across multiple stakeholders and managing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentWorking independently, exercising sound judgment, and escalating complex or significant tax matters as appropriateWillingness to work on a variety of tax matters and develop a strong understanding of the company’s business and operationsExcellent writing and communication skills; ability to explain complex tax concepts to those with limited tax experience