Sr Tax Manager

Will be responsible for tax strategy and planning, tax compliance, and reporting, for a government contracting organization operating as an S Corporation, and to the S Coproration shareholders. This role ensures accurate pass-through tax reporting, compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, accuracy of tax filings, and alignment with government contracting regulations, including FAR, CAS, and DCAA considerations. The position serves as a key technical resource and partner to finance, contracts, and compliance teams.

Leading tax planning related to contract structure, entity structure, state nexus, and growth strategies
• Formulating tax savings strategies, researching and presenting savings and communicates risks of such strategies
• Preparing and/or reviewing federal, state, and local tax filings, including S Corporation returns (Forms 1120-S, K-1s), composite filings, shareholder returns, sales & use tax, and related disclosures
• Managing quarterly and annual tax provision processes in accordance with ASC 740, as applicable to an S-Corp structure
• Calculating shareholder tax allocations, basis, distributions, and reasonable compensation considerations
• Ensuring compliance with pass-through taxation rules and multi-state apportionment requirements
• Supporting tax matters related to FAR, CAS, and DCAA, including allocability and treatment of tax-related costs within indirect rates
• Serving as primary tax contact for IRS, state, and DCAA-related audits or inquiries
• Researching tax law changes affecting S Corporations and government contractors; assessing impact on shareholders and operations.
• Monitoring legislative changes for federal and SALT, including sales & use tax, and business licenses
• Assisting with mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, innovations, and ownership changes involving government contracts
• Collaborating with payroll, HR, and finance teams on shareholder payroll compliance
• Maintaining detailed tax documentation, workpapers, and compliance calendars
• Driving process improvements and strengthen tax controls in a regulated GovCon environment

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• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's in Tax preferred)
• CPA
• 6-10+ years of corporate tax experience

• Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate income tax and ASC 740
• Working knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA audit requirements
• Advanced Excel skills
• Significant exposure to government contracting

NO CLEARANCE REQUIRED

• Minimal

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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