Job Description

We are seeking a technical and highly organized Tax Manager to join the corporate tax department. Unlike client-facing roles in public accounting, this position is a centralized corporate function focused on the internal tax lifecycle of a publicly traded entity.

Your primary mandate is to bridge the gap between complex tax compliance and high-stakes SEC financial reporting You will be a key player in ensuring our quarterly and annual filings (10-Q/10-K) accurately reflect tax position while managing a robust multi-state compliance calendar.

Primary Responsibilities

SEC Reporting & Tax Provisions

• Manage the preparation of the income tax provision (ASC 740) on a quarterly and annual basis.

• Draft tax-related disclosures for SEC filings, including the tax rate reconciliation and deferred tax analysis.

• Ensure rigorous documentation of SOX 404 internal controls over tax reporting to support external audit requirements.

Corporate Compliance & Strategy

• Oversee the end-to-end preparation and filing of federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns.

• Manage the calculation and execution of quarterly estimated tax payments and extensions.

• Identify and implement tax-planning opportunities to optimize the effective tax rate (ETR) and cash flow.

Technical Research & Audits

• Monitor and analyze federal and state tax legislation updates (including TCJA impacts or emerging R&D credit rules) and communicate financial impacts to leadership.

• Manage corporate tax audits by coordinating responses to IDRs (Information Document Requests) and defending tax positions.

• Maintain the firm’s uncertain tax position (FIN 48) inventory and related documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Credentials: CPA certification is required. * Experience: 5–8 years of tax experience. While public accounting experience is valued, candidates must have a strong grasp of corporate (in-house) tax workflows.

• Public Company Knowledge: Direct experience with ASC 740 and the tax complexities unique to publicly traded financial institutions.

• Systems: Proficiency with corporate tax software (e.g., Corptax, ONESOURCE) and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite or SAP).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s in Taxation (MST) preferred.

The Work Environment

This is a Richmond-based corporate role offering the stability and benefits of a public company.

• Focus: Internal strategy and operational excellence rather than billable hours.

• Impact: Your work directly informs the CFO and the Board of Directors regarding the firm’s global tax footprint.

• Benefits: Competitive base salary, restricted stock units (RSUs), and a comprehensive corporate bonus structure.