Manager of Tax Accounting

Location

Franklin, TN

We are seeking a Manager of Tax Accounting to lead tax provision and reporting processes, drive process improvements through technology, and support broader business objectives in our Franklin, TN office.

• Tax Provision & Reporting
  • Lead preparation and review of the income tax provision, including effective tax rate, current and deferred taxes, valuation allowances, and return‑to‑provision adjustments.
  • Ensure accurate and timely close processes, including tax journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Oversee proper presentation of tax‑related balances and disclosures in financial statements.
• Process Improvement & Technology
  • Drive automation and optimization of tax accounting processes using tools such as One Source, Power
    
    BI, and Excel.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of tax reporting processes.
• Team Leadership
  • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of tax professionals.
  • Foster a high‑performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Technical Tax & Risk Management
  • Identify and document uncertain tax positions (UTPs) in accordance with ASC
    740.
  • Monitor and evaluate tax controversies and audit matters, coordinating with internal teams and Global Tax.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls (JSOX) and maintain strong documentation standards.
• Audit & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Partner with external auditors and internal reporting teams to support financial statement audits and reporting requirements.
  • Prepare documentation, respond to audit inquiries, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Planning
  • Monitor changes in tax law and accounting standards (federal, state, and local) and assess impacts on tax provision and forecasts.
  • Identify risks and opportunities to support tax planning and optimization strategies.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and other business units to understand transactions impacting the tax provision.
  • Facilitate clear communication of tax impacts and ensure alignment across stakeholders.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of relevant tax accounting experience and 2+ years of leadership experience.
• CPA required.
• Strong knowledge of ASC
  740 and U.S. GAAP tax accounting.
• Experience in a Big4/public accounting firm or large corporate tax department.
• Experience with One Source Tax Provision and data/automation tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work on‑site in Franklin, TN.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to influence and drive change in a complex organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, self‑starter with strong collaboration skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on leveraging technology and data analytics.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings, and vehicle lease and purchase programs.

We are committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

Nissan’s policy provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.