Tax Manager

Our client is looking to fill the role of Tax Manager. This role reports to VP, Global Tax- She is awesome does not want to mirco/manage!!!! Needs a doer, great leader and mentor as this role will have two direct reports!

Comp is $140-$150k plus bonus

Job Summary:

Global Tax Provision

US Tax Compliance

Global Tax Planning

Tax Accounting

Responsibilities:

Prepare Quarterly and Annual Worldwide Tax Provision and reporting process

Preparation of Federal Income Tax return workpapers working with external advisors

Work on special projects with other member of Finance

Build efficiency in Tax processes and implement tax saving strategies.

Responsible for internal controls of recording and tracking income tax and other tax information

Prepare the quarterly and annual global consolidation of the income tax provision, including the tax balance sheet and tax expense accounts.

Prepare global effective tax rate analysis and analytical tools for quarterly and annual financial statement processes.

Prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly and year-to-date tax balance sheet reconciliations and manage the monthly tax account reconciliation process.

Prepare interim tax rate forecast and analysis in accordance with FIN 18.

Support Financial Planning & Analysis group for forecasting of pre-tax book income by legal entity.

Work with other members of the Tax Department to prepare the US Federal and state tax returns, including information returns and disclosures related to foreign operations.

Oversight of the foreign corporate tax compliance

Assist with implementation and utilization of tax software for quarterly and annual tax provision calculation.

Proactively manage correspondence with US Federal and state tax authorities

Report and respond to the VP of Global Tax as assigned, with accurate and timely work to facilitate any financial project or data requests, which may include preparation and/or indirect preparation of tax-related reports and information, on a frequent basis as requested by operations and management

Assist with transfer-pricing methodology and compliance

Coordinate, prepare, and analyze the company’s federal and state tax reserves and FIN 48 positions

Coordinate, prepare, and review of federal and state income returns..

Attend regular and impromptu Finance management meetings, and company-sponsored supervisory or training meetings, as required

Ability to be self-directed and initiate necessary actions in all responsibilities of tax related analysis , preparation and reporting requirements, directly contributing to Wesco’s operations and ability to successfully fulfill business commitments

Interacts and communicates frequently with the Finance management team, facilitating and serving as a financial tax expert

Ability to give clear instructions in a respectable and professional manner, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork, when directing subordinates and requesting information from inter-departmental personnel

Ability to exercise significant discretion and sound judgement with regards to the planning and prioritizing of work flow, processes and best resources to meet the financial reporting schedules

Ability to perform and meet the essential functions of the position of Tax Manager with excellent knowledge and practice of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP) , corporate tax laws, and auditing procedures necessary to successfully compile financial data and fullfill reporting requirements

Ability to comprehend and recommend correcting actions necessary to solve complex accounting errors or system problems

Ability to apply professional expertise and common sense understanding to find the best and reasonable solutions to work through complex problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations

Ability to utilize the internal accounting systems and third party resources to communicate and perform the essential duties of the Tax Manager position, including the Wesco U.S. Intranet system, email, and the use of printers, copiers,

Ability to competently write and speak concisely in a variety of communication settings and styles in English, with strong interpersonal skills to communicate well with all levels of the Company and professional business partners

Required Qualifications:

5 to 10 years of accounting experience with Minimum of 3 years in public accounting and 2 years of tax management experience in the private sector is preferred

Proven ability in the areas of Financial Analysis, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley

Previous tax accounting responsibility and reporting experience preferred

Ability to prepare and analyze tax related issues in a geographically disperse organization

Demonstrated ability to develop models and other tools of analysis for financial management reporting

Strong ability to analyze

Strong professional written, speaking and presentation skills are required

Competency with large integrated accounting systems and Microsoft Suite software, including Excel

Ability to travel periodically, if required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. The Solomon Page Distinction Our teams, comprised of subject matter experts, develop an interest in your preferences and goals and we act as an advisor for your career advancement. Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve.