US International Tax Manager

Lineage Logistics•Detroit, MI

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lineage is seeking an experienced International Tax Manager to join its team headquartered in Novi, Michigan. The role leads U.S. international tax compliance and planning across a global structure of REITs, partnerships, and corporate entities. It manages compliance and planning with an outside service provider and oversees tax audits, transfer pricing, tax planning, and tax-related M&A matters. The manager works with external tax advisors, foreign counterparts, and cross-functional teams to minimize global cash taxes, optimize tax efficiencies, and develop AI-powered solutions for tax processes. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with work expected at the Novi office three days per week. The role also involves indirectly mentoring and developing staff. Lineage describes this as an opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and develop within its tax function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant tax experience, with Big Four experience or similar industry experience.
Demonstrated experience with U.S. federal and state tax laws and regulations.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex tax issues involving multiple jurisdictions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across departments and interact with external stakeholders.
Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and quality in work deliverables.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and filing deadlines effectively.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
CPA certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Own and drive U.S. tax compliance, including preparation and review of income tax calculations, returns, and related filings, and oversee the third-party preparer.
Lead the international aspects of U.S. tax compliance, reporting, and planning, including analysis and management of Net CFC Tested Income (NCTI/GILTI), Subpart F income, earnings and profit, withholding taxes, and foreign currency-related tax considerations.
Manage the Pillar 2 and Country-by-Country Reporting (including Public CbCR) program end to end, covering data gathering and validation, jurisdictional calculations, reporting obligations, technology solutions, and process documentation in partnership with foreign counterparts and global finance teams.
Design and develop AI agents to streamline and automate tax processes such as data gathering, validation, and reporting.
Manage the relationship with the outside compliance provider, including scoping, data requests, deliverable review, budget and deadline management, and year-over-year process improvements.
Oversee the global transfer pricing compliance program, including Master File and Local File documentation, intercompany agreements, transfer pricing policy implementation, and supporting documentation for OECD and local requirements.
Research complex tax issues and develop practical solutions and strategies to mitigate risk.
Partner with senior leadership on global tax planning, internal restructuring, and M&A to optimize tax efficiencies and minimize tax liabilities, including modeling tax planning scenarios.
Collaborate with global finance, accounting, treasury, and legal teams to gather data and align on tax matters.
Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact, and recommend adjustments.
Manage tax authority audits and inquiries, preparing responses and supporting documentation as needed.
Indirectly mentor and develop staff across the tax department.