Tax Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance

• Prepare federal taxable income calculations and supporting schedules for corporate income tax filings
• Gather and review state tax data from controllers; analyze for reasonableness and year-over-year consistency
• Coordinate with external compliance providers to ensure accurate and timely filing of federal state and local income tax returns
• Calculate and monitor quarterly estimated tax payments ensuring timely and accurate submission
• Prepare and manage miscellaneous tax filings (e.g. withholding tax returns tax residency certificates FinCEN reporting)

2. Tax Provision & Reporting

• Prepare and review the U.S. income tax provision (ASC 740 or IFRS IAS 12) including current and deferred tax calculations
• Validate tax payable balances and deferred tax accounts
• Calculate and analyze the effective tax rate (ETR) and provide explanations to the parent company
• Perform quarterly tax account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Partner with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial data and proper recording of tax journal entries

3. Tax Advisory & Business Support

• Support the Tax Director on special projects tax planning initiatives and strategic matters
• Collaborate with external tax advisors on technical issues transactions and structuring considerations
• Provide ongoing guidance to finance and business teams on tax-related questions and impacts

4. Tax Controversy & Notices

• Manage federal and state tax audits including timely and complete responses to Information Document Requests (IDRs)
• Handle tax notices and inquiries resolving discrepancies with tax authorities
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support ongoing compliance readiness

5. Process Improvement & Technology

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve tax processes controls and efficiency
• Leverage tax technology and automation tools to streamline compliance and reporting
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and initiative to challenge the status quo and enhance the tax function

This job description is not limited to the responsibilities above.  Smiths Group may require you to undertake other tasks as feasible.

Qualifications :

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• Masters in Taxation or equivalent preferred
• 58 years of corporate tax experience (Big 4 and/or industry)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • U.S. federal and state corporate income tax
  • ASC 740 and/or IFRS IAS 12 (tax provision)
• Experience managing external service providers and compliance processes
• Proficiency with tax software (e.g. OneSource CorpTax)
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-tax stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with tax technology process automation or transformation initiatives

Additional Information :

Why Smiths

• Be Part of Something Big: As we expand our footprint across APAC and MEA youll play a key role in building the teams that will define our future.
• Growth Opportunities: At Smiths we believe in your growth as much as our own. Youll have the chance to shape your career and expand your leadership capabilities in an ever-evolving global landscape.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse collaborative team where innovation and fresh ideas are encouraged.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time