Corporate Tax Manager – Methods, Credits & Incentives (R&D)

**Job Opportunity**: Corporate Tax Manager – Methods, Credits & Incentives (R&D)

**Location**: Boston, MA | New York, NY (Manhattan) | Melville, NY | Edison, NJ

**Work Arrangement**: Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in-office or at client sites)

**Salary Range**: $138,000 – $172,500 / yr

**Relocation**: Regional

**Sponsorship**: Yes

**The Role**

As a Tax Manager

within the Methods, Credits & Incentives (MCI) practice, you will navigate the complexities of Research & Development (R&D) tax credits to provide insightful, practical advice to a diverse client base. You will be empowered from day one to lead R&D projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with firm standards.

This role is highly collaborative; you will work closely with MCI leadership to research technical tax issues, conduct fieldwork, and drive business development through sales and marketing efforts.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Project Leadership: Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, taking ultimate responsibility for overall project deliverables.
• Technical Execution: Conduct client site visits and facility tours to investigate relevant facts.
• Analysis & Reporting: Prepare cost lead schedules, summary schedules, and tax computations.
• Consultation: Draft comprehensive written reports summarizing findings and providing strategic recommendations.
• Growth & Development: Support business development by identifying opportunities and assisting with proposal development for prospective clients.

**Technical Skills & Qualifications**

**Must-Haves:**

• **Certification**: Active CPA or JD/Active Attorney's License is required. *Please note: Enrolled Agent (EA) certifications are not accepted for this role.*
• **Industry Experience**: 6–10 years of experience in R&D tax credits (experience in Fixed Assets or Tax Accounting Methods will also be considered).
• **Public Accounting**: At least 4 years of experience in Accounting or Tax within a public accounting or consulting firm.
• **Education**: Bachelor's degree in a related field.

**Required Expertise:**

• Proven project management experience.
• Strong mastery of Federal R&D rules and familiarity with relevant state rules and court cases.
• Proficiency in tax return mechanics and experience with amending tax returns.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Masters or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, or a related Management Science field.
• Experience serving clients in Technology, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Real Estate, Construction, or Hospitality sectors.

**Work Requirements**

• Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to various client sites as required.
• Adherence to the hybrid schedule (3 days in office/site) effective March 2026.