State Income Tax Manager

Success is always in style at TJX! Continue to explore career opportunities at TJX, a Fortune 100 company and the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the U.S. and worldwide. At TJX, we are proud that, for 40 years, we have been providing amazing value to our customers, but the merchandise we sell is just part of our story. We believe our Associates bring our business to life, and we aim to support you by making TJX a terrific place to work. We are committed to leveraging our differences, and believe that the diverse skills, experiences and background that you bring into the organization will help us continue to succeed.

Our retail chains include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra Trading Post and Homesense, as well as tjmaxx.com and sierratradingpost.com in the U.S.; Winners, HomeSense and Marshalls in Canada; TK Maxx in the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Poland, Austria and the Netherlands, as well as Homesense and tkmaxx.com in the U.K.; and TK Maxx in Australia. With over $33 billion in sales, more than 3,800 stores, and 235,000 Associates in 2016, TJX is an exciting place to grow your career!

State Income Tax Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

TJX is seeking a Tax Manager who will work in a Team environment to help effectively manage the Company’s state and local municipality compliance function. The candidate will co-lead a team of six tax professionals and work with business partners and other cross-functional teams to carry-out their responsibilities. This position reports to the Manager of Corporate State Income Tax.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the tax compliance process, including first review of multi-state income tax returns and related work-papers and schedules. Ensure returns are well documented and audit ready.
• Manage the preparation and review of the multi-state quarterly estimate and extension process to ensure timely completion and adequate payments to avoid penalties.
• Coordinate the completion of and analyze the proper computation of the state taxable income. Work with the Tax Department’s Federal Income Tax Manager to understand the Company’s book/tax differences and evaluate their impact to state tax.
• Review, analyze and confirm the accuracy of the state tax depreciation schedules.
• Review and analyze the completion of the multi-entity state apportionment schedules and verify compliance with current state laws and regulations.
• Monitor changes in state tax law and analyze impact to Company.
• Coach and develop staff to maximize job satisfaction and professional growth.
• Conduct formal employee performance reviews and provide continuous performance feedback during the year.
• Identify opportunities to improve current processes and procedures as they relate to the current state tax function.
• Opportunity to collaborate in state tax planning and special projects.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting or related equivalent preferred
• Master’s in Taxation (MST) – or currently enrolled in qualified program

EXPERIENCE

• At least 6 years of directly related corporate income tax experience in a multijurisdictional environment, with a minimum of 3 years in a tax reviewer position.
• Review experience should encompass familiarity with the majority of the U.S. states.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific experience and education listed above.
• Strong knowledge and application of accounting principles.

OTHER

• Strong analytical, communication, project, management and organizational skills required.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to manage both internal and external resources effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft WORD and Excel.
• Experience with OneSource, Oracle and HFM a plus.

What's In It For You?

TJX has campuses conveniently located off the Mass Pike and Route 495. With us, you'll not only enjoy working for an industry leader, but we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package.

TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Posting Notes: Framingham || MA

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Nearest Secondary Market: Boston
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