Explore rewarding Sr. Tax Accounting Manager jobs and advance your career in a pivotal corporate finance leadership role. A Senior Tax Accounting Manager is a strategic professional who oversees all aspects of a company's tax accounting, compliance, and planning functions. This position sits at the critical intersection of accounting, finance, and law, ensuring the organization meets its tax obligations efficiently while optimizing its financial position. Professionals in these jobs act as the primary guardians of tax accuracy and strategy, reporting to senior finance leadership and often managing a team of tax accountants and analysts. The core responsibility of a Sr. Tax Accounting Manager is the preparation and management of the complex annual income tax provision in accordance with ASC 740 (formerly FAS 109). This involves calculating current and deferred tax expenses and liabilities, maintaining detailed supporting workpapers, and ensuring accurate financial statement reporting. A significant portion of the role is dedicated to corporate tax compliance, which includes preparing and reviewing federal, state, and local income tax returns, as well as managing filings for franchise, sales, and use taxes. These managers also spearhead tax audits, serving as the main point of contact for tax authorities, gathering requested documentation, and defending the company's tax positions. Beyond compliance, Sr. Tax Accounting Manager jobs involve strategic planning and research. Professionals analyze the tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and new legislation. They develop and implement tax strategies to minimize liability and identify opportunities for credits and incentives. Operational duties include maintaining robust internal controls over financial reporting for taxes, reconciling tax accounts, managing compliance calendars, and staying abreast of evolving tax laws. They are also responsible for mentoring staff, improving tax processes through technology, and managing relationships with external auditors and advisors. Typical requirements for these senior-level jobs include a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or taxation, with a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license being highly preferred and often required. Candidates generally possess 5+ years of progressive experience, typically gained through a combination of public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and corporate tax department roles. Essential skills include expert proficiency in tax provision software (like Onesource Tax Provision) and compliance platforms (such as CCH ProSystem Fx or Corptax), advanced Excel modeling capabilities for forecasting and analysis, and a meticulous, detail-oriented approach. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills are paramount, as the role requires translating complex tax concepts for non-tax executives and guiding a team. If you are seeking Sr. Tax Accounting Manager jobs, you are looking for a career-defining role that combines deep technical expertise with strategic business partnership and team leadership.
