Tax Manager - Public

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an accomplished Tax Manager to oversee U.S. tax operations for the organization in Southfield, Michigan. This position will guide compliance, provision work, and tax planning efforts while collaborating closely with finance partners and outside advisors. The role is ideal for someone who can balance technical expertise with practical business insight to support accurate reporting and a well-managed tax posture.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the preparation and review of U.S. tax filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, ensuring submissions are complete and on schedule.
• Manage income tax accounting activities, including quarterly and year-end provision work, to support reliable financial reporting.
• Monitor effective tax rate trends, evaluate key drivers, and provide insight into factors affecting the organization’s tax results.
• Oversee tax account reconciliations, validate recorded balances, and determine required tax payments with a high degree of accuracy.
• Coordinate audit activity by organizing supporting materials, addressing information requests, and serving as a point of contact with taxing authorities.
• Maintain thorough tax records, including returns, provisions, payments, and official correspondence, to support compliance and documentation standards.
• Work with internal teams and external specialists to address transfer pricing obligations and related reporting requirements.
• Partner with finance, accounting, and advisory stakeholders to advance tax planning initiatives and improve the company’s overall tax position.
• Identify process enhancements, strengthen tax controls, and recommend practical approaches to reduce risk and improve efficiency.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in U.S. corporate tax, including compliance and planning responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations, income tax provision work, and corporate tax reporting.
• Experience leading relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, or service providers.
• Ability to interpret complex tax issues and translate findings into clear recommendations for the business.
• Demonstrated success improving tax processes, documentation practices, or internal controls.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage competing deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across accounting, finance, and cross-functional teams.