Tax Manager

Our client in the Stamford area of CT has an excellent opportunity for a Tax Manager!

Responsibilities:

Domestic Tax (U.S.)

• Manage and review U.S. corporate tax return compliance and filings.
• Oversee U.S. personal tax filings, including expatriate and resident alien returns.
• Apply expertise in taxation of financial products and interest expense limitation rules (Section 163(j)).
• Handle sales tax, property tax, and state income tax filings, ensuring compliance.
• Assess state nexus implications and manage reporting requirements.
• Oversee accounting for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740.
• Support personal financial planning, including FBAR and Form 8938 (Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets) compliance.

International Tax

• Provide advisory and compliance support related to U.S. international tax rules, transfer pricing, and permanent establishment considerations.
• Manage FATCA and U.S. withholding tax requirements, including Form W-8BEN-E filings.
• Address issues related to Pillar 2 implementation and global minimum tax compliance.
• Advise on expatriate taxation, foreign assignment planning, and resident alien taxation.
• Support U.S. citizens claiming Puerto Rico tax benefits and related cross-border considerations.
• Apply practical understanding of Puerto Rico income tax regimes and related U.S. interactions.
• Oversee or coordinate with local advisors for U.K., Swiss, and Dubai corporate tax compliance and filings.
• Maintain general working knowledge of Chinese and Sierra Leone tax systems for entity or transaction-level considerations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Taxation preferred.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience as a tax generalist, including both U.S. and international tax exposure.
• Big Four experience a plus or commodity or trading industry experience a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of international tax laws and U.S. tax laws regarding foreign income.
• Experience with commodity trading, financial products, or global investment structures a strong plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex tax projects across jurisdictions.
• Experience coordinating with global tax advisors and auditors.
• Extremely proficient with accounting and tax preparation software.
• Ability to interpret complex tax legislation and communicate implications clearly to business stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to tax planning and risk management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Excel skills.
• Bilingual or multilingual a plus.