Tax Manager; Corporate Tax - Monrovia, CA

Overview

The Tax Manager will play a pivotal role in corporate taxation and financial reporting, with responsibilities centered on tax strategy, compliance, and value-driven financial planning for corporate clients.

• Prepare, analyze, and optimize corporate tax returns and related schedules for entities including C-Corporations, S-C Corporations, partnerships, and private equity-backed structures.
• Develop and implement comprehensive business tax strategies to minimize liabilities, maximize after-tax profits, and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Compile, review, and analyze financial statements to support tax reporting requirements and provide insights for management decisions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and filing deadlines; monitor changes in tax policy that impact corporate clients.
• Advise on tax-efficient corporate structuring, acquisitions, reorganizations, and other transactions; support due diligence and post-deal integration from a tax perspective.
• Collaborate with internal teams (legal, treasury, accounting, and advisory) to meet clients’ financial planning and tax planning needs.
• Provide strategic tax consulting to optimize cash flow, credits, incentives, and depreciation strategies (e.g., Section 174, 168(k) bonus depreciation, Section 199 deduction, state conformity issues).
• Review internal controls related to tax processes and assist in the implementation of robust tax governance and ERP integration.
• Prepare and present tax-related findings and recommendations to clients and senior management.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with strong expertise in corporate taxation and financial reporting.
• Proven experience in corporate tax compliance, tax planning, and strategic advisory for diverse corporate client bases.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax regimes, accounting for income taxes (ASC 740), and financial statement analysis.
• Ability to translate complex tax concepts into actionable business strategies for executives and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, project management, and client-facing skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to staying current on tax regulations and industry trends.