Corporate Tax Manager

**CORPORATE TAX MANAGER****Location:** Boston, MA or Hartford, CT**Work Type:** Hybrid (Minimum 3 days/week on-site)**Salary Range:** $121,000 - $181,400/year**Employment Type:** Permanent**Category:** Accounting / Finance---**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**Our Client, a leading Accounting and Finance organization, is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to join our Corporate Tax Solutions practice in Boston, MA or Hartford, CT. In this role, you'll manage the full lifecycle of corporate tax engagements while leading and developing a team of tax professionals. You'll work on high-impact projects including business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting across a diverse portfolio of clients.As a key member of our tax practice, you'll collaborate with specialists across our organization, including our Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), to deliver comprehensive tax solutions. From day one, you'll have access to best-in-class tools, technology, and mentorship to support your success.---**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**• Lead and manage corporate tax engagements from inception through completion, including project planning, execution, budgeting, and delivery of quality work product• Supervise, train, and mentor senior associates, associates, and interns; assess staff performance and provide constructive feedback for professional development• Serve as in-charge professional on assigned engagements as needed• Conduct technical review of corporate income tax returns prepared by staff, identifying accuracy issues and tax savings opportunities• Direct ASC 740 income tax provision engagements, including preparation and audit support review• Research and provide consulting on complex tax matters involving federal, state, and local tax implications• Manage client relationships and effectively communicate with clients at all organizational levels to gather information and deliver value• Develop business development opportunities and identify cross-selling opportunities with existing and prospective clients• Respond to inquiries and correspondence from the IRS, state tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies• Apply deep understanding of client operations and business objectives to enhance engagement delivery• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, work product quality, and client confidentiality• Participate in ongoing professional development and training programs• Travel as needed to support client engagements---**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**• Bachelor's degree in Accounting• 4-7+ years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience• **Active CPA license (Massachusetts preferred) or JD with active law license (REQUIRED)**• Demonstrated experience with corporate income tax compliance and ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes, including preparation, review, and audit support• Public accounting experience with top 15 accounting firms or large regional firms in recent work history• Proven experience supporting large, multi-state, national, and/or global corporations• Strong technical proficiency in US GAAP and federal, state, and local corporate income tax laws and regulations• Advanced knowledge of statutory income tax compliance and consulting, including: - State and local income taxation - Taxation of international activity and transfer pricing - Multi-jurisdictional planning and compliance• Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills• Exceptional client service, communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities• Strong engagement management capabilities• Demonstrated teamwork, attention to detail, and analytical mindset• Ability to travel as required---**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**• Experience with OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) software• Stable employment history demonstrating long-term commitment to professional roles• Experience at the manager level (1-2 years) or as a senior associate ready for promotion---**WHAT WE OFFER**• Competitive compensation package• Comprehensive professional development and training programs• Access to cutting-edge tax technology and tools• Collaborative, supportive team environment• Mentorship from experienced tax leaders• Flexible hybrid work arrangement• Relocation assistance (where applicable)• Visa sponsorship available---**POSITION DETAILS**This is a permanent, backfill position offering competitive compensation aligned with experience and qualifications. Candidates currently at the manager level or experienced senior associates on the brink of promotion are encouraged to apply.---SCREENING QUESTIONS:1. You have 4-7 years of experience—can you walk us through your progression in public accounting, highlighting your key roles and responsibilities in corporate tax compliance and ASC 740 work?2. Describe your most complex ASC 740 income tax provision engagement. What was your specific role, and what were the key technical challenges you resolved?3. Tell us about your experience managing corporate tax engagements across multiple states and potentially international jurisdictions. How do you approach the complexities of multi-state and transfer pricing issues?4. Our Client values stability and long-term commitment. Can you explain your employment history over the past 10 years, including the reasons for any transitions between roles?5. Have you worked with OneSource Tax Provision software or similar tax provision platforms? If so, describe your proficiency level and how you've used it in your current or previous role.6. Describe your experience supervising and developing junior tax professionals. Give us a specific example of how you've mentored someone and contributed to their professional growth.7. This role requires strong client relationship management. Can you share an example of how you identified a tax savings opportunity for a client or expanded services beyond the original engagement scope?