Manager/Senior Manager - US Tax Provision (ASC 740) - Tax

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results. Withum empowers clients and our professional staff with innovative tools and solutions to address their accounting, tax and overall business management and operational needs. As a US nationally ranked Top 25 firm, we recruit only the best and brightest people with a genuine passion for the business.

Withum’s Tax Services Group is made up of a brilliant team of tax specialists that work to ensure tax reporting obligations are met in an accurate and timely manner and minimize or defer the payment of taxes. Their comprehensive understanding of international, US federal, state, and local regulations, counting our affiliation with HLB international, allows them to help develop economical tax strategies anywhere. Their services include Business, Individual, State & Local tax, R&D Tax Credit, as well as International and Private Client services

Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, easy to work with a sense of purpose and caring for their co-workers and whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How You’ll Spend Your Time:

Income Tax Provision Audit Support

Assist in auditing quarterly and annual income tax provisions prepared under ASC 740 for SEC issuers Perform detailed testing of: Current tax expense Deferred tax assets and liabilities Valuation allowances Uncertain tax positions (UTPs) Reconcile book-to-tax differences and verify accuracy of temporary and permanent differences

Effective Tax Rate (ETR) Analysis

Support audit procedures over: Effective tax rate calculations Rate reconciliation schedules Jurisdictional and statutory rate analyses Investigate and document year-over-year ETR fluctuations

Deferred Taxes

Assist with auditing: Deferred tax roll forwards Enacted tax rate changes Temporary difference calculations by jurisdiction Tie deferred tax balances to supporting schedules and source documentation

Income Tax Disclosures (SEC Focus)

Assist in reviewing income tax footnote disclosures for Forms 10-K and 10-Q, including: Rate reconciliation disclosures Income taxes paid disclosures Valuation allowance and UTP disclosures Verify consistency between financial statements, footnotes, and supporting workpapers

Audit Documentation

Prepare clear, well-organized audit workpapers in accordance with firm methodology Document audit procedures, testing results, and conclusions related to income taxes Address review comments from senior associates, managers, and partners

Client Interaction & Collaboration

Communicate with client accounting and tax personnel to request data and clarify provision mechanics Coordinate with internal tax specialists on complex tax matters Participate in audit status meetings and walkthroughs as assigned Ability to promptly address tasks Opportunity to work with and learn from seasoned and experienced tax professionals that are eager to teach and invest in individuals that want to advance in their career

Requirements:

7+ years of post-qualification hands-on experience with U.S. accounting firm. Strong understanding of: Financial accounting principles Basic income tax concepts Ability to learn and apply ASC 740 and SEC reporting requirements Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Progress toward CPA licensure (or intent to pursue) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables preferred) Familiarity with audit software and document management tools (training provided) Ability to interpret tax provision schedules and supporting calculations

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