Corporate Tax Manager

Grant Thornton (US)

Corporate Tax Manager delivering compliance, consulting, and ASC 740 services for Grant Thornton clients. Managing engagements, reviewing returns, advising on tax matters, and mentoring tax professionals.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeNew York City • Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $138,000 - $172,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and consulting, with a strong focus on ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes and US GAAP. Proven ability to manage client engagements, mentor staff, and maintain exceptional client relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPA Or JD/Active Law LicenseASC 740 Accounting For Income TaxesUS GAAP ProficiencyTax Compliance And ConsultingOneSource Tax Provision Experience

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Hard Skills

Tax Project ManagementTax Return ReviewIncome Tax Provision EngagementsStatutory Income Tax ComplianceCorporate Income TaxTransfer PricingTax ResearchTax Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Client ServiceCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

OneSource Tax Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAJD/Active Law License

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingCorporate Income Tax LawsState And Local Income TaxesTaxation Of International Activity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, completing tax projects, and managing to budget
Supervise, train, and mentor senior associates, associates, and interns on tax projects
Assess staff performance for engagement reviews and perform in-charge duties as needed
Identify and capitalize on opportunities to sell services to existing and potential clients
Review tax returns prepared by staff and recommend improvements for accuracy and tax savings opportunities
Conduct primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
Research and consult on various tax matters
Use tax-related software to prepare and process returns
Respond to inquiries from the IRS, state, and other tax authorities
Maintain client relationships and work with client management and staff to gather information and perform tax services
Understand client operations, processes, and business objectives and apply that knowledge to engagements
Attend professional development and training sessions regularly
Adhere to professional standards and strict client confidentiality
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum four to seven years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience
CPA or JD/active law license required
Experience in public accounting preferred
Experience in corporate income tax and strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes skills
Proficiency in US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations
Strong working knowledge of statutory income tax compliance and consulting, including state and local income taxes, taxation of international activity, and transfer pricing
Exceptional client service, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Experience in OneSource Tax Provision preferred
Strong teamwork, analytical skills, and attention to detail
Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work-location, weekly-schedule, and flex-time-off options consistent with the firm's hybrid work model
Work-life integration options
Personalized and comprehensive benefits
Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to plan terms, conditions, and eligibility criteria
Professional development and training sessions