Corporate Tax Manager- Hybrid

Job Title: Corporate Tax Manager

Location: [Houston, TX] | Hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

As a Corporate Tax Manager, you are a leader within our Corporate Tax Solutions practice. You will hold the primary tax relationship with a diverse portfolio of clients, guiding them through complex business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting.

This is a pivotal role where you will bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic growth. Supported by our Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), you will be empowered to lead engagements, mentor a high-performing team, and identify new opportunities to expand our service footprint.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Engagement Management

• End-to-End Leadership: Direct client engagements from planning and execution to final completion, ensuring projects remain within budget and meet quality standards.
• Review & Oversight: Perform the primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements and corporate tax returns, identifying high-level tax savings opportunities.
• Technical Consulting: Research and consult on complex tax matters, responding to inquiries from the IRS and state/local authorities with technical precision.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentorship: Supervise, train, and mentor Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns, providing meaningful performance feedback and engagement reviews.
• Collaboration: Partner with tax specialists across the firm to provide a holistic approach to the clients tax functions.

Business Growth & Client Relations

• Business Development: Identify and capitalize on opportunities to sell additional services to existing clients and support the pursuit of new business.
• Advisory: Gain a deep understanding of client operations and business objectives to provide tailored, value-added tax strategies.

Qualifications & Technical Skills

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting.
• Credentials: CPA or JD/Active Law License required.
• Experience: 4–7 years of progressive experience in corporate tax compliance and consulting.
• Technical Mastery: * Strong ASC 740 (US GAAP) accounting skills.
• Working knowledge of state and local taxes, international activity, and transfer pricing.
• Proficiency in tax software; OneSource Tax Provision experience is highly preferred.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to navigate all levels of client management.
• Travel: Ability to travel as needed to support client engagements.

The Environment

• Empowered by Tools: Direct access to industry-leading technology and a robust training curriculum.
• Culture of Confidentiality: We maintain the highest degree of professional standards and client privacy.
• Collaborative Support: A "together is how we succeed" philosophy backed by the resources of a national tax office.