Global Tax Provision Manager at Celanese

Irving, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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ChemicalsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelors of Science in Accounting or related field required; Masters in Tax or Accounting preferred
CPA Preferred
5 - 7 years’ experience
In-depth knowledge of ASC 740 tax accounting principles and concepts
In-depth knowledge of US domestic and international income tax laws and principles
Advanced level of use/knowledge of Excel
Experience with account reconciliations
Team player
Thorough and attentive to details
Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities
Ability to not only gather and report information but also analyze results and identify ways to improve
Experience with SAP/BCS/BCP preferred
Experience with income tax provision software Longview, OTP, or Corptax preferred
Experience with accounting procedures and policies
Experience with Fortune 500 Company or public accounting firms
Experience with researching complex corporate tax issues

Responsibilities

Review quarterly/annual tax provisions for foreign group of entities as a part of global tax provision
Assist US GAAP reporting on foreign acquisition and integration
Research and apply the US GAAP rules ensure the accuracy of the financial statement reporting
Manage/Develop tax professionals within tax reporting and compliance team
Prepare/review accounting quarterly/annual JE's related to income tax provision
Review global ASC 740-10 (FIN48) summary/roll forward and communicate SAP entries to the appropriate accounting centers on a quarterly basis
Review account reconciliation for various US and foreign tax accounts in accordance with Celanese Policies and Procedures
Assist/review federal proforma corporate income tax returns for consolidated group
Coordinate/manage control evidence according to SOX 404 guidelines for the Company’s global provision
Review various book to tax adjustments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelASC 740US GAAPSAPBCSBCPLongviewOTPCorptaxAccount ReconciliationsTax ProvisionJournal EntriesFIN48Income Tax Laws

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

What is the salary for the Global Tax Provision Manager position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Key requirements include 5-7 years of experience, in-depth knowledge of ASC 740 and US/international tax laws, advanced Excel skills, account reconciliations, and being a team player with attention to detail and multitasking ability. Preferred experiences include SAP/BCS/BCP, tax provision software like Longview or Corptax, and work with Fortune 500 companies or public accounting firms.

What education and certifications are needed for this position?

A Bachelor's of Science in Accounting or related field is required, with a Master's in Tax or Accounting preferred, and CPA certification is preferred.

What makes a strong candidate for the Global Tax Provision Manager role?

Strong candidates will have 5-7 years of experience in tax provision, in-depth ASC 740 knowledge, advanced Excel proficiency, experience with tax software and Fortune 500 environments, plus soft skills like being a team player, detail-oriented, and able to analyze and improve processes.