State and Local Tax Manager (Hybrid)

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As a State and Local Tax Manager (SALT) at MKS, you will partner with the Global Tax Reporting team to manage all aspects of state and local tax compliance and provision. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of state and local income, franchise, sales/use, property, and other indirect taxes. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to ensure compliance and identify tax-saving opportunities. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager, Global Tax Reporting.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Oversee preparation and review of state and local income/franchise tax returns, sales/use tax filings, and property tax filings.
• Oversee outside tax compliance provider to ensure state tax returns are completed and filed on time.
• Support ASC 740 reporting for state and local tax provisions, including deferred tax calculations and uncertain tax positions.
• Manage and defend state tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Identify and lead SALT process improvement initiatives to optimize tax positions and reduce risk.
• Manage tax technology solutions and software to streamline operations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to tax staff.
• Oversee reconciliation of tax accounts on the general ledger.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of job-related work experience
• Strong proficiency in Excel

Preferred Skills:

• Master’s degree
• CPA certification
• Experience in Onesource Tax Provision, Hyperion Financial Management, Oracle and SAP

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Pay Range: $100,414.00 - $186,482.00 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

• Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

• Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.

This position is HYBRID based out of our Corporate Headquarters in Andover, MA. Candidate must be within commutable driving distance. Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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