US Tax Manager - ASC 740 (Hybrid)

About the Client Our client is a national consulting and financial services firm with an expanding global footprint—home to professionals who believe in the power of trusted personal relationships. Recognized as a top workplace and one of the fastest-growing organic growth firms in the United States, they operate across 13 diverse practices at the intersection of finance, technology, and accounting. Powered by 430+ professionals across offices in Maryland, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and India, they serve clients ranging from emerging growth companies to Fortune 500 organizations.

We are seeking an experienced US Tax Manager - ASC 740 for a Client of Gipfel HR Solutions to lead and manage the Income Tax Provision team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in ASC 740 (Accounting for Income Taxes), including tax provision preparation and review, deferred tax accounting, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate (ETR) analysis. This role requires solid leadership skills, extensive technical knowledge, and proven experience managing client engagements while maintaining high quality standards and adhering to strict reporting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a dedicated team of ASC 740 tax professionals.
2. Review and prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
3. Review current and deferred tax calculations, tax account reconciliations, and supporting workpapers.
4. Prepare and review effective tax rate (ETR) reconciliations and tax provision disclosures for financial statements.
5. Analyze deferred tax assets and liabilities, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions (FIN 48).
6. Coordinate tax provision engagements from planning through final delivery.
7. Ensure compliance with US GAAP, ASC 740 requirements, and internal quality standards.
8. Collaborate with US engagement teams and client finance departments to resolve technical tax accounting matters.
9. Review tax provision software outputs and validate the accuracy of calculations.
10. Identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices to enhance efficiency.
11. Manage project timelines, workload allocation, and overall team productivity.
12. Mentor, train, and develop team members through technical guidance and performance coaching.
13. Handle complex tax accounting issues and provide practical solutions to clients.
14. Support hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations of team members.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Mandatory Qualification: CPA(USA)- This is a prerequisite to qualify.

1. 8–12 years of experience in US Tax, with significant hands-on expertise in ASC 740 and Income Tax Provision.
2. Strong experience reviewing and preparing ASC 740 tax provisions.
3. Prior experience leading teams and managing multiple client engagements.
4. Solid understanding of US GAAP, ASC 740, and corporate tax accounting.
5. Experience working with US CPA firms or multinational corporations preferred.
6. Knowledge of corporate tax compliance (Forms 1120/1120S) is an added advantage.
7. Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
8. Strong communication, client management, and stakeholder management skills.
9. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Expertise Required:

1. ASC 740 - Accounting for Income Taxes.
2. Current and Deferred Tax Provision Calculations.
3. Effective Tax Rate (ETR) Analysis.
4. Deferred Tax Assets & Deferred Tax Liabilities.
5. Valuation Allowance Assessment.
6. FIN 48 / Uncertain Tax Positions.
7. Tax Footnote Preparation & Financial Statement Disclosures.
8. Tax Account Reconciliations.
9. Quarterly & Annual Tax Provision Process.
10. Provision Software experience (e.g., OneSource Tax Provision, CorpTax, Longview Tax, or similar tools).