Corporate Tax Manager- Methods, Credits & Incentives (R&D)

Locations:

• New York NY (Manhattan)

• Edison NJ

• Melville NY

• Boston MA

Work Model: Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week in-office or at client site)
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Industry: Accounting / Finance / Public Accounting
Salary Range: $121000 $181400 (commensurate with experience)
Recruiting Fee: $3500
Relocation: Not available

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Manager Methods Credits & Incentives (R&D) to join a growing tax practice specializing in R&D tax credits accounting methods and incentives. This role involves managing complex client engagements advising on federal and state R&D credit matters and leading project teams in a fast-paced client-facing environment.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge of R&D tax regulations strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements while supporting firm leadership initiatives.

• Lead and manage R&D tax credit engagements including planning execution and delivery

• Apply federal and select state R&D credit rules regulations and relevant court cases

• Manage and review amended tax returns related to R&D credits and accounting method changes

• Oversee project timelines staffing budgets and deliverables across multiple engagements

• Support leadership initiatives and contribute to practice growth

• Review tax return mechanics and ensure accurate integration of credits and adjustments

• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and internal stakeholders

• Mentor and support junior team members

• Active CPA or JD with active attorney license (EA not acceptable)

• 6 10 years of experience in R&D tax credits

  • Open to candidates with Fixed Asset or Accounting Methods experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in accounting or tax within public accounting or consulting

• Strong understanding of federal and select state R&D regulations and relevant case law

• Experience amending tax returns

• Prior project management experience

• Ability to manage time multiple engagements and deadlines effectively

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Masters or Ph.D. in one of the following fields:

  • Economics Statistics Public Policy

  • Mathematics Business Finance Financial Engineering

  • Management Science & Engineering Financial Mathematics

  • Industrial Engineering or Operations Research

• Industry exposure across Technology Life Sciences Manufacturing Real Estate Construction Hospitality or Not-for-Profit

• Role can be based in NYC (Manhattan) Edison NJ Melville NY or Boston MA

• No variable compensation associated with this role

• Hybrid work environment with strong client interaction