Tax Manager, Direct

Job Description

• Own income and franchise tax compliance workstreams across all filing jurisdictions and all entities (Commonwealth LNG and Caturus Energy) and manage those workstreams in partnership with external providers.
• Build and maintain income and franchise tax workpapers, reducing reliance on outside firms and increasing visibility into underlying tax calculations.
• Prepare the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, coordinating closely with the Financial Reporting team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party tax advisors coordinating preparation, review, and timely filing of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns, extensions, estimates, and notices.
• Assist the Tax Director with tax research and transaction planning, as needed.
• Review the work of tax staff (Tax Analyst/Associate) once hired, establishing true segregation of duties.
• Stay current on changes in federal and state income/franchise tax laws and regulations and proactively communicate updates to relevant teams.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of all direct tax filings, payments, and correspondence, including tracking all tax deadlines.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Financial Reporting, and other departments to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions.
• Identify and implement strategies to minimize direct tax liabilities and maximize tax savings.
• Manage data preparation and documentation for tax audits, if any, using statutory, regulatory, or judicial authority to support the Company's position on issues arising during an audit.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required.
• CPA or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in multi-jurisdictional income and franchise tax compliance, including preparation and review of the ASC 740 income tax provision.
• Experience with multi-entity or partnership tax structures; energy or LNG industry experience a plus. Public Accounting experience preferred, but not required.

• Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 income tax provision preparation and federal/state income and franchise tax compliance.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a solutions-oriented approach.
• Clear, professional communicator (written and verbal) able to work effectively with external advisors, internal stakeholders, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with tax software and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience managing or mentoring junior tax staff, or readiness to do so, is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and build scalable, in-house tax processes; detail-oriented and organized with strong record-keeping skills.