Tax Manager

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver smarter engineering solutions for mission-critical applications, solving some of the world's toughest problems for our customers, our communities and our world. We are a FTSE
100, global business of around 15,000 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity, and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170-year history of innovation, and four global divisions, all experts in their field.

• Prepare federal taxable income calculations and supporting schedules for corporate income tax filings
• Gather and review state tax data from controllers; analyze for reasonableness and year-over-year consistency
• Coordinate with external compliance providers to ensure accurate and timely filing of federal, state, and local income tax returns
• Calculate and monitor quarterly estimated tax payments
  , ensuring timely and accurate submission
• Prepare and manage miscellaneous tax filings (e.g., withholding tax returns, tax residency certificates, FinCEN reporting)

• Prepare and review the U.S. income tax provision (ASC 740 or IFRS IAS 12), including current and deferred tax calculations
• Validate tax payable balances and deferred tax accounts
• Calculate and analyze the effective tax rate (ETR) and provide explanations to the parent company
• Perform quarterly tax account reconciliations and variance analysis
• Partner with the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate financial data and proper recording of tax journal entries

• Support the Tax Director on special projects, tax planning initiatives, and strategic matters
• Collaborate with external tax advisors on technical issues, transactions, and structuring considerations
• Provide ongoing guidance to finance and business teams on tax-related questions and impacts

• Manage federal and state tax audits
  , including timely and complete responses to Information Document Requests (IDRs)
• Handle tax notices and inquiries
  , resolving discrepancies with tax authorities
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support ongoing compliance readiness

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve tax processes, controls, and efficiency
• Leverage tax technology and automation tools to streamline compliance and reporting
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and initiative to challenge the status quo and enhance the tax function

This job description is not limited to the responsibilities above. Smiths Group may require you to undertake other tasks as feasible.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Master's in Taxation or equivalent preferred
• 5-8+ years of corporate tax experience (Big 4 and/or industry)
• Strong knowledge of:
• U.S. federal and state corporate income tax
• ASC 740 and/or IFRS IAS 12 (tax provision)
• Experience managing external service providers and compliance processes
• Proficiency with tax software (e.g.,
  One Source, Corp Tax
  )
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence non-tax stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a…