Senior Manager of Tax - Hybrid

Here at Ellucian, we are motivated by a mission - power education so institutions can empower student success. We are the global market leader in EdTech for higher education, serving more than 2,900 customers and reaching over 22 million students in 50 countries. We are dedicated to helping higher education unlock learning for all by providing solutions that support the entire student lifecycle and deliver insights needed now and into the future.

Values Rooted in Purpose

We embrace the power to lead, the courage to innovate, and the determination to grow. At our core, we believe in humanizing our approach, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we endeavor to shape a brighter future for higher education.

Ellucian is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of Tax to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Vice President of Tax, this position will play a critical role in managing Ellucian’s tax provision and compliance functions as well as identifying and executing on tax planning opportunities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in ASC 740 and tax return preparation, along with a proven ability to navigate complex tax environments, analyze and apply changes in tax law to the company’s structure and collaborate across functions within the organization.

Where you will make an impact

Tax Accounting & Provision

• Preparation of the company’s quarterly and annual global tax provision in compliance with ASC-740, leveraging support of in-house tax team and external advisers.
• Manage the quarterly and annual tax provision process, including deferred tax asset/liability analysis, effective tax rate calculations, tax account reconciliations and financial statement disclosures.
• Primary point of contact for external auditors during tax provision review and financial statement audits.

Tax Compliance

• Manage out-sourced tax compliance processes for US federal, state, local, and international tax returns. This includes providing data and preparing tax computations to external tax advisors for compliance and filings, including global transfer pricing documentation studies.
• Preparation of quarterly estimated tax payments.
• Monitor and respond to tax authority inquiries and audits, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and providing any necessary defense.
• Navigate and implement Pillar 2 requirements as well as comply with CBCR reporting under BEPs.

Strategic Tax Planning/Other

• Provide technical tax expertise to support business initiatives and transactions.
• Identify opportunities for tax savings and efficiency in alignment with company objectives.
• Stay abreast of tax law changes and assess their impact on the company.
• Provide M&A support including due diligence and purchase accounting for acquisitions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to support business strategies and ensure tax considerations are incorporated into decision-making.
• Educate internal stakeholders on tax policies, risks, and opportunities.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor a high-performing tax team, fostering professional growth and development.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices within the tax function.

What you will bring

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a large corporate tax department and/or Big 4.
• Expertise in ASC 740, including exposure to purchase accounting and other advanced tax accounting topics.
• Significant experience in corporate tax return preparation and compliance, with US international tax knowledge and global exposure preferred.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively utilize PC software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), tax provision software (One Source OTP), and tax research tools.
• Working knowledge over indirect tax compliance and related matters including sales/use/VAT preferred.
• Strong tax research and documentation skills.

What makes #Ellucianlife

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision.
• Flexible time off.
• Thrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests.
• 401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the future.
• Parental Leave.
• 5 charitable days to support the community that supports us.
• Telemedicine.
• Wellness
• • Headspace Care (mental health).
  • Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes).
• RethinkCare & Wellthy– caregiver support.
• Diversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groups.
• Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team.
• We Foster a learning culture with:
• • Education Assistance Program.
  • Professional development opportunities.

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