O9 Solutions - Senior Manager - Taxation - CPA (15-17 yrs)

Senior Manager - Taxation

Job Description:

o9 Solutions Inc is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Tax Manager to join our finance team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role will oversee the preparation, filing, and compliance of our state, federal, and global tax forms. The ideal candidate will implement tax strategies, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with tax regulations while managing risks effectively. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a dynamic tax team and contribute to strategic planning and execution.

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Manage and oversee third-party tax providers and consultants in preparing and reviewing company tax returns.

- Ensure accurate and timely filing of consolidated federal, state, and local income tax returns, including US sales tax returns.

- Prepare annual and quarterly US GAAP income tax provisions (ASC 740), including current and deferred tax calculations, tax footnotes, and disclosures for financial statements.

- Maintain and document SOX-compliant internal control procedures for tax accounting.

- Identify and implement process improvements in tax procedures to enhance efficiency.

- Develop and execute strategic tax planning for international, federal, and state taxes.

- Minimize tax risks related to acquisitions, mergers, and other business matters.

- Lead the tax team in preparing components of US federal income tax returns and other tax documents.

- Coordinate with global third-party tax providers for all filings and tax support initiatives.

- Plan and manage the overall tax return calendar and input coordination.

- Facilitate IRS, state income, sales, and other tax audits, including preparing responses and creating schedules.

- Monitor and communicate legislative and regulatory tax law developments to management.

- Support internal audits and special tax-related projects as needed.

Skills and Qualifications Required:

- Extensive knowledge of US federal and state corporate tax laws.

- Understanding of international taxes and integration into US GAAP (ASC 740) provisions.

- Proficiency in tax compliance, tax code, and corporate tax procedures.

- Strong skills in accounting, analytics, research, and stakeholder collaboration.

- Experience with US federal, state, local, and international tax reporting and filing requirements.

- Proven ability to manage and improve tax operations, processes, and initiatives.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.

- Proficiency in project management and accounting best practices.

- Ability to work independently and lead tax team members effectively.

- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Experience and Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience: 15+ years in a corporate tax manager or public accountant role.

- Education: Master's degree in accounting or a related discipline preferred.

- Certification: Current CPA (or equivalent) license highly preferred.

- Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise with tools like Word, Google Mail, Google Sheets, Google Calendar, NetSuite, and Excel.