Tax Manager

HornBill has a client in the Sparks, Maryland area that is seeking a Tax Manager to join their growing team. Responsibilities include:

• Effectively and efficiently support the tax accounting function
• Use Microsoft Access and Excel databases to assist with the tax depreciation calculation, the tax data storage function, and other tax information requests
• Research, analyze and respond to inquiries on the tax impact of various business initiatives and entity structural changes
• Ensure well controlled and efficient processes as well as appropriate communication with both internal and external stakeholders regarding tax compliance and tax accounting related activities
• Serve as income tax compliance and income tax accounting specialist
• Communicate with business unit and tax leaders
• Drive standardization, automation, and process improvements to ensure tax compliance
• Liaise between tax team and finance team
• Collaborate with tax leaders, finance and business operations with regard to tax effects of business strategies and initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business is required
• CPA or Master's degree in taxation or a JD with significant business and accounting background preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of tax experience in major accounting firm, law firm, and/or large corporate tax department
• Solid project management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in research and writing skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification preferred
• Strong accounting skills. Financial services industry experience a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft office Suite (including Access)