Tax Manager

Tax Manager – Waltham, MA (Hybrid) – 10 month contract

Base pay: $70.00/hr - $90.00/hr

Hybrid: 2‑3 days per week on site

• Prepare quarterly and annual US (federal & state) and international tax provisions, including ASC 740 disclosures.
• Coordinate with external auditors for tax provision audits.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and international income tax filings.
• Manage return calendar, extensions, and estimated payments.
• Support R&D credit calculations with external advisors.
• Resolve tax notices and close audits.
• Maintain tax compliance processes and documentation for SOX 404.
• Conduct tax research and monitor legislative changes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation; CPA and/or MST strongly preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in a multi‑state corporate or public accounting environment with SEC exposure.
• Experience in the life science industry.
• Significant experience with tax provisioning.
• MS in tax (desired).
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, including stock‑based compensation and uncertain tax positions.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Long View is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Extensive experience in year‑end provisions.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Accounting/Auditing

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