Job Title: Tax Manager Job Description The US Tax Expertise Manager will be positioned in the San Diego, California office. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance and producing technically sound tax returns and reporting. The manager will closely collaborate with the tax compliance team and report to the US Tax Senior Expertise Manager. Responsibilities + Assist central US compliance teams in gathering and analyzing required forms and disclosures. + Act as the representative of the Tax & Customs teams towards stakeholders in San Diego. + Research and provide guidance on corporate income tax, withholding tax, and other tax types. + Participate in cross-sector projects. + Engage with internal and external stakeholders as well as other Tax and Customs team members to identify tax-relevant topics and provide solutions. + Assist in managing US income tax audits, tax inquiries, and tax notices. + Collaborate with the Tax and Customs expertise teams to ensure relevant priorities are addressed. + Travel occasionally, approximately 5-15% of the time. Essential Skills + Expertise in tax compliance and accounting. + Strong stakeholder engagement abilities. + Technical knowledge in tax, customs, and sales & uses. + Experience in corporate tax, corporate income tax, state tax, and federal tax. + Proficiency with tax forms such as 1120. + Experience in handling tax audits and tax notices. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in law, accounting, finance, or a related business discipline, or equivalent experience. + 4 + years of experience in US corporate income tax. + Experience in transfer pricing, wage tax, and sales/use tax is beneficial. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $63.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.