Federal Income Tax Manager
IES Holdings • Sugar Land, Texas • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Nov 11, 2026
IES Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Federal Income Tax Manager or Senior Manager, depending on experience, to lead our US federal income tax compliance, provision, and planning work. You’ll work closely with Accounting, other tax professionals and outside advisors on the federal tax position of a multi-entity organization, and you’ll help drive process improvements and support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions and cross-border activity. What you’ll do Own the preparation and review of the consolidated federal income tax return (Form 1120) and related forms and elections, including the work coordinated with outside providers. Prepare and review the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, including the current and deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions (ASC 740-10), and assist with supporting disclosures. Maintain fixed assets for tax purposes using fixed asset software. Manage quarterly federal estimated payments and extensions, and track tax attributes such as NOLs, credits, §163(j) limits, and §382 limits. Research and document technical federal tax issues, including the impact of new legislation and IRS guidance. Support tax due diligence, structuring, and integration for acquisitions, and maintain tax basis and purchase accounting analyses. Advise on federal tax issues involving foreign entities and operations, such as Forms 5471, 5472, 8858 and 1120-F, NCTI, Subpart F, withholding, and treaty matters. Manage IRS notices, inquiries, and audits. Identify and carry out tax planning opportunities, such as tax credits or accounting method changes. Strengthen tax processes, documentation and use technology to automate the work. Specific Qualifications What you’ll bring A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA license or JD/LLM in Taxation preferred. Manager: 6+ years of progressive federal income tax experience. Senior Manager: 8–10+ years. Experience in either/both public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred) and corporate tax. Strong command of corporate and consolidated return rules and ASC 740. Hands-on experience with tax software such as Corptax or Onesource, along with strong Excel skills. Experience leading and mentoring staff, and handling several deadlines at once. Nice to have A Master’s in Taxation. Public company (SEC) reporting and SOX experience. M&A tax experience. International tax exposure (inbound and outbound, treaties). Industry experience in construction / industrial / manufacturing. Experience with tax technology and/or AI tools. Company Overview IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it Competitive Pay Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match Company Paid Time Off Company Paid Life Insurance Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs Additional Data PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid. EEO & Affirmative Action The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government. View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal Disability Accommodation IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance. IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify E-Verify Information/ Información sobre E-Verify English/Español Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo English/EspañolIES Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Federal Income Tax Manager or Senior Manager, depending on experience, to lead our US federal income tax compliance, provision, and planning work. You’ll work closely with Accounting, other tax professionals and outside advisors on the federal tax position of a multi-entity organization, and you’ll help drive process improvements and support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions and cross-border activity. What you’ll do Own the preparation and review of the consolidated federal income tax return (Form 1120) and related forms and elections, including the work coordinated with outside providers. Prepare and review the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, including the current and deferred taxes, uncertain tax positions (ASC 740-10), and assist with supporting disclosures. Maintain fixed assets for tax purposes using fixed asset software. Manage quarterly federal estimated payments and extensions, and track tax attributes such as NOLs, credits, §163(j) limits, and §382 limits. Research and document technical federal tax issues, including the impact of new legislation and IRS guidance. Support tax due diligence, structuring, and integration for acquisitions, and maintain tax basis and purchase accounting analyses. Advise on federal tax issues involving foreign entities and operations, such as Forms 5471, 5472, 8858 and 1120-F, NCTI, Subpart F, withholding, and treaty matters. Manage IRS notices, inquiries, and audits. Identify and carry out tax planning opportunities, such as tax credits or accounting method changes. Strengthen tax processes, documentation and use technology to automate the work.What you’ll bring A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA license or JD/LLM in Taxation preferred. Manager: 6+ years of progressive federal income tax experience. Senior Manager: 8–10+ years. Experience in either/both public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred) and corporate tax. Strong command of corporate and consolidated return rules and ASC 740. Hands-on experience with tax software such as Corptax or Onesource, along with strong Excel skills. Experience leading and mentoring staff, and handling several deadlines at once. Nice to have A Master’s in Taxation. Public company (SEC) reporting and SOX experience. M&A tax experience. International tax exposure (inbound and outbound, treaties). Industry experience in construction / industrial / manufacturing. Experience with tax technology and/or AI tools.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
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