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Corporate Tax Manager

Grant Thornton (US), Boston, MA, United States


Grant Thornton is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to join our team in Boston, MA or Hartford, CT.

Day‑to‑Day Activities

Run client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget.

Supervise, train, and mentor senior associates, associates, and interns on tax projects and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in‑charge role as needed.

Identify and capitalize on opportunities to sell services to existing and potential clients.

Review tax returns prepared by staff and recommend improvements regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities.

Conduct primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements.

Research and consult on various tax matters; utilize tax‑related software to prepare and process returns.

Respond to inquiries from the IRS, state, and other tax authorities.

Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services.

Gain an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and apply that knowledge to engagements.

Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.

Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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.

Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations.

Strong working knowledge of broad‑based statutory income tax compliance and consulting including state and local income taxes, taxation of international activities, 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.

Can travel as needed.

The base salary range for this position in Massachusetts only is between $121,000 and $181,400.

Benefits

Benefits for internship positions: interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

Benefits for seasonal employee positions: seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Grant Thornton provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.

To make an accommodation request, please contact HRHelp@us.gt.com.

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