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Description We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our dynamic team. This role directly reports to the Assistant Controller and routinely interacts with Regional Business Leads, Project Managers, Accounting, FP& A, Internal and External Auditors, Legal, Risk Management, Federal Tax Authorities, State Tax Authorities and Information Technology. The position is located in the energy corridor in Houston, TX.

The Tax Manager will work with the Assistant Controller and external service providers in areas of tax compliance, tax planning and accounting for income taxes. The Tax Manager has responsibility for all aspects of federal, state and foreign taxation, including federal and state income tax issues, transaction taxes, preparation and/or review of for the company’s tax provision and assistance with tax audits as well as internal financial statements and SEC filings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in overall administration, planning, compliance, tax preparation, and reporting. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the company's tax strategy aligns with our business goals while maintaining compliance with federal, state and foreign tax regulations and industry best practices.

The Tax Manager must be able to gain and apply an understanding of the industry to improve effectiveness, provide guidance, and influence processes and policies for the tax discipline as well as identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational issues that impact effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

- Reviews tax liability calculations, payments, and filings related to Federal, State and Local Income, Franchise, Property, and Sales/Use taxes prepared by outside tax consulting firms and/or other employees.

- Reviews quarterly and annual tax provision calculations for Federal, State, Local and Foreign income taxes as per ASC740 prepared by outside tax consulting firms and/or other employees.

- Coordinate with outside tax consultants to ensure Foreign income and other tax compliance.

- Oversee and manage the data flow and reconciliation process with outside accounting firms.

- Prepare detailed tax reports and analyses, presenting findings to senior management and other stakeholders to aid indecision-making.

- Coordinate responses to tax audits and notices, providing documentation and support as required.

- Keep up to date on regulatory changes and interpret their implications on the company’s operations, advising management on necessary adjustments and making sure that the company is always compliant with Local, State and Federal Laws.

- Conduct tax research, analysis, and interpretation for purposes of compliance, tax planning, and optimization (e.g., impact of changes to laws and regulations on tax liabilities, tax structuring for merger and acquisition activity, transfer pricing, etc.).

- Tax-specific transaction recording and records maintenance (e.g., tax journals, capital expenditure details required for tax calculations, tax depreciation schedules, etc.).

- Work cooperatively with other departments, including Finance, Legal, Treasury, and external tax advisors and auditors to ensure seamless integration of tax considerations into business processes.

- Assist with other projects as necessary including property taxes, federal and state excise taxes, Form 1099 reporting and payroll taxes.

- Ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place over accounting for income taxes.

- Assist the VP and Treasurer in estimating and monitoring annual cash taxes. Requirements

Required Skills

+ Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.- CPA Certification required.

+ A minimum of 8 years of experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting tax and corporate tax experience.

+ Proven expertise in Federal and State Tax Authority relationship management.

+ Demonstrated experience managing complex tax transactions.

+ International tax experience preferred

+ Strong knowledge pertaining to corporate taxation laws, procedures, rules and regulations.

+ Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas.

+ Previous experience in the energy, construction, or infrastructure sectors preferred.

+ Expertise in federal and state tax software systems, including OneSource compliance and provision software, ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle NetSuite)

+ Proven ability to manage and oversee third party relationships.

+ Demonstrated ability to independently research and interpret specialized tax regulations, technical reports, and legal documents.

+ Solid technology abilities, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, tax preparation and financial software applications.

+ Proven ability to prioritize and manage workload and to work cross functionally in order to meet deadlines.

+ Exhibit strong analytical ability, critical thinking capacity, and ability to perform assigned tasks with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity, while maintaining confidentiality.

+ Must have excellent communication skills, including the capability to professionally, concisely and effectively communicate with a diverse group of stakeholders.

+ Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

+ Can travel 5 to 10% as needed (domestic)

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