Senior Manager of Income Tax

Job DescriptionYamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Manager of Income Tax to join our Tax Division in Kennesaw, GA. In this role you will lead the organization’s tax compliance activities to ensure full adherence to federal, state, and international tax laws. You will oversee tax reporting, manage audits, assist with strategic and planning activities to identify tax‑saving opportunities, and partner with executive leadership to support business decisions with expert tax guidance. The Senior Manager of Income Tax directs a team of tax professionals, drives process improvements, and ensures accurate, timely tax filings and financial reporting.What you'll be doing:Manage, review, and prepare corporate federal and state income tax returns, including all domestic and foreign-related items that have an impact on the federal income tax returnManage annual R&D tax credit studyManage, review, and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provisions, including tax journal entriesCoordinate with internal and external audit teams for review of provisions, workpapers, and journal entriesPrepare annual financial statements footnotes and related disclosuresManage, review, and prepare other tax filings, including but not limited to Canadian tax returns, Forms 1120-F, state franchise returns, annual reports, and business licensesWork with domestic and international affiliates on their tax and financial-related reporting requirementsRespond to state and federal notices as neededSupport tax audits by the federal and state taxing authoritiesAssist with indirect tax filings and projects as neededAddress any ad hoc tax questions and support internal clientsStay current on relevant tax law changesResearch and provide guidance on complex tax issuesSupport tax planning and structuring of transactionsManage and mentor a team of tax professionalsPerform other duties as assignedWhat you need to be successful:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA license required10+ years of compliance experience in large Corporate Income Tax, with combined experience in large CPA firms and in-house tax departmentsExperience with international taxes a plusStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of software applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) with at least intermediate level Excel skills, Enterprise Resource Planning systems (SAP preferred), and tax research and compliance softwareStrong interpersonal and written & verbal communication skillsAbility to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with internal corporate business partners, external auditors, and tax authoritiesAbility to be flexible to meet demanding deadlines and time schedulesStrong analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills requiredSelf-starterDon’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms; as such, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! What’s in it for you: 401(k) and Profit Sharing Fertility Benefits 37.5 hour work-week Medical, Dental, Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Wellness Program Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles) Long-Term Disability Student Debt Repayment Benefits Ability to borrow Yamaha product Reports to: Director of TaxYamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees#LI-AS2Job DetailsJob Type: Full TimeCategory: Finance and AccountingSalaried: Salaried