Senior Manager, Tax Operations

Senior Manager, Tax OperationsDate: Sep 18, 2024Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216Company: CorningRequisition Number: 64389Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.We are changing the world with:

Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Job Location: Charlotte, NCJob Description: Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW), one of the world’s leading innovators in material science, is seeking a Senior Manager – Tax Accounting & Reporting, International to aide in the expansion of the Company’s Tax Operations group. This position is based primarily in Charlotte, NC and will be reporting to the Sr Director – Tax Operations. In this role, the Senior Manager of International Tax Accounting & Reporting will primarily be responsible for leading and reviewing Corning’s Non-US tax provisions, tax forecasts, tax accounting, and financial statement disclosures while maintaining a strong internal control environment. This role will also be responsible for supporting the global tax provision process, including BEPS Pillar 2. The International Tax Accounting & Reporting Senior Manager will also have an important role to play in supporting Corning’s efforts to streamline and automate its tax processes and procedures. The company is in the process of developing and implementing its overall long-range technology strategy, and this individual will be part of the team supporting these efforts.Primary Responsibilities:

Manages the calculation and review of the quarterly non-US tax provisions for foreign subsidiaries as required under ASC740 standards. This will include managing the foreign income tax account roll forward and reconciliation process.

Assists with the global tax provision process, including BEPS Pillar 2.

Manages/supports the quarterly income tax provision package process for material foreign legal entities.

Monitors international tax developments and research, document, model, and communicate proposed and/or enacted tax legislation and their impact on the global ETR (including BEPS Pillar 2).

Interfaces with external auditors (PWC) to support and defend current position, including management of the tax department’s internal controls process and documentation.

Supports transfer pricing, controversy, and audits including gathering documentation for IDR requests.

Assists with establishing and implementing tax strategies with business partners and internal stakeholders to optimize Corning's business strategies in the context of business objectives

Partners with finance and business leaders to provide information and advice regarding complex tax matters related to the business

Supports tax technology initiatives including the continued enhancement of OneSource Tax Provision (OTP).

Reviews/Supports Non US and US international tax compliance (Forms 5471, 8858, 8865, 8990 series, 1118, etc.)

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA/MST desirable but not required

Minimum of eight to ten years of corporate tax experience preferred, including three to five years of management experience with direct/indirect supervisory experience over multiple personnel.

Required Skills

Must have experience in ASC 740-Accounting for Income Taxes and SEC reporting, preferably a combination of public accounting and in-house experience. This includes experience with consolidating worldwide tax provisions, effective tax rate analysis, and ASC 740 specialty areas (i.e. purchase accounting, APB 23, interim periods, partnerships etc.).

Must have strong communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex tax technical issues in a manner that can be understood by Foreign Controllers

A proven leader in process improvement and automation/technology use.

Strong tax technology skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) required.

Desired Skills

Experience with Alteryx, Peoplesoft and/or SAP

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.The range for this position is $168,993.00 - $232,366.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.​ Corning Puts YOU First!We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.Nearest Major Market: Charlotte