Manager, Tax

CDM Smith • Boston, MA

51d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead U.S. and international tax reporting, compliance, planning, and provision activities for a growing global organization. In this highly visible role, you will partner with finance leadership, business stakeholders, and external advisors to help ensure compliance, support strategic business initiatives, and navigate an evolving international tax landscape. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys balancing technical tax expertise with strategic planning, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

• Experience with U.S. federal and international taxation.
• Strong understanding of accounting for income taxes (ASC 740).
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex tax matters to diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• 5 years of related experience with at least 2 of those years in a management or supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Current CPA or JD required.

Nice To Haves

• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. and international tax compliance activities, including the preparation and review of tax calculations, filings, and related reporting requirements.
• Manage international tax matters, including foreign tax credits, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Pillar Two, and other cross-border tax considerations.
• Prepare and manage the quarterly and annual income tax provision process under ASC 740, including supporting schedules and financial statement disclosures.
• Research complex federal and international tax issues and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments.
• Partner with business leaders and project teams to provide tax guidance related to global expansion initiatives, new jurisdictions, and international business activities.
• Prepare technical tax memoranda, documentation, and presentations for leadership and key stakeholders.
• Monitor global tax developments, including OECD Pillar Two requirements, and support related compliance and reporting obligations.
• Support the development, implementation, and documentation of the company's global transfer pricing strategy.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors to support compliance, planning, and strategic tax initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements using technologies such as Microsoft Power Platform and Power BI.

Benefits

• We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow.
• We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment.
• We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager