Senior Manager Tax Research and Transfer Pricing

Newell Brands•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Senior Corporate Tax Manager will play a critical role within Newell Brands’ Global Tax organization, with primary responsibility for U.S. federal income tax matters and global transfer pricing. This position will partner closely with finance, legal, supply chain, and regional tax teams to ensure tax compliance, optimize tax outcomes, and support business initiatives across Newell Brands’ global footprint. The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax expertise with practical business judgment, experience in a complex multinational environment, and the ability to manage projects and external advisors effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA, JD, or Master’s in Tax strongly preferred
8+ years of progressive experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination thereof
Strong expertise in U.S. federal corporate income tax
Hands-on experience with global transfer pricing concepts and documentation
Experience working in a multinational, publicly traded company environment
Solid understanding of ASC 740 (income tax accounting)
Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills
Technical tax expertise with practical application
Ability to translate complex tax issues into clear business guidance
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Continuous improvement and process oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting global consumer products or manufacturing organizations
Exposure to international tax concepts (e.g., GILTI, Subpart F, withholding taxes)
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion) and tax provision/compliance software (OneSource)
Prior involvement in tax audits or controversy matters
Embrace AI to help expedite preparation and analysis of taxable income.

Responsibilities

Manage and review U.S. federal income tax compliance, including Forms 1120, extensions, and related disclosures
Support the preparation and review of quarterly and annual federal tax provisions under ASC 740
Analyze and document federal tax positions, including R&D credits, interest expense limitations, FDII, GILTI, BEAT, and foreign tax credits
Monitor and assess the impact of U.S. tax law changes and IRS guidance; communicate implications to leadership
Lead or support federal tax audits, including managing IRS examinations and related correspondence
Collaborate with internal stakeholders on tax planning initiatives, restructurings, and business transactions
Oversee Newell Brands’ global transfer pricing framework in coordination with regional tax teams
Manage annual transfer pricing documentation, including master file, local files, and country-specific requirements
Partner with business units to evaluate intercompany pricing for products, services, intangibles, and financing arrangements
Support transfer pricing aspects of supply chain changes, business transformations, and M&A activity
Coordinate with external advisors on benchmarking studies, policy updates, and controversy matters
Assist with transfer pricing audits, inquiries, and dispute resolution with tax authorities globally
Act as a trusted tax advisor to finance, legal, and operational teams
Mentor and review work of junior tax professionals, as applicable
Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation within tax compliance and documentation
Support global tax strategy initiatives and special projects as assigned