Manager, Tax

White & Case LLP•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Manager, Tax, plays a critical leadership role within the Firm’s Tax Team, providing technical expertise and strategic guidance in a rapidly evolving tax landscape. This position is responsible for managing complex tax projects, ensuring compliance with US and international partnership tax regimes, and supporting the Firm’s strategic objectives. The Manager will serve as a key contact for Firm leadership and partners, providing support on tax issues and regulatory changes. In addition, this role will mentor and develop team members, helping to build the Tax Team’s capacity and expertise to meet current and future challenges. The ideal candidate will bring US partnership tax experience, strong project management skills, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving, positioning the Tax Team for continued success and leadership in the industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., JD, LLM, MST, or MBA) preferred.
5+ years of experience in in tax, accounting or finance.
In-depth knowledge of tax function and processes.
Experience working directly with senior leadership and stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop team members
Excellent organizational, communication and project management skills
Highly motivated, assertive and proactive
Team player and Customer-service oriented
Results driven
Excellent understanding of business needs
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Highly flexible and adaptable to change
Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker
Commercial and business awareness
Ability to see the big picture
Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple tasks
Client service focus
Team player
Strong judgment
Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative
Experience working in a professional services environment
Flexible, committed and enthusiastic.
Attention to detail.
Exposure to client relationship management.
Influencing and negotiating skills.
Good systems skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CRM applications.
Creative and strategic mindset.
Ability to work on own initiative.
Ability to work under pressure and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation, maintenance, and review of transfer pricing documentation to ensure compliance with US and foreign tax regulations.
Monitor and interpret changes in transfer pricing laws and guidance across relevant jurisdictions.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to implement and document appropriate transfer pricing policies and methodologies.
Manage compliance with foreign tax regimes, including the preparation and submission of required filings and reports.
Manage complex projects related to transfer pricing and foreign tax, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external advisors to deliver project outcomes.
Prioritize and allocate resources to meet project deadlines and compliance requirements.
Track project progress and report updates to senior management.
Mentor and train junior team members, fostering technical growth and professional development.
Share knowledge and best practices related to transfer pricing and foreign tax compliance.
Identify and assess risks related to transfer pricing and foreign tax compliance.
Recommend and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
Contribute to the development and execution of the Firm’s global tax strategy, supporting overall business objectives.
Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks associated with new regimes and complex transactions.
Provide formal and contemporaneous feedback to team members
Play role in selecting and hiring new members of the team
Execute programs and demonstrate leadership that enhances employee job satisfaction, development, support employee retention, productivity, and customer satisfaction (including rewards and recognition)
Foster a culture of simplification, learning, and continuous improvement, including technology and process improvements