Project Manager – Tax (Research Tax Credit)

About This Role

Manage and execute all aspects of the annual Federal and State Research Tax Credit (RTC) process for Siemens U.S. Controlled Group, ensuring accurate compliance and transfer of information for acquired and divested entities. Serve as a subject matter expert on IRC § 41 and provide support for tax examinations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all aspects of the annual Federal and State Research Tax Credit (RTC) process for the Siemens U.S. Controlled Group
• Prepare various State Research Tax Credit calculations and coordinate review with State Tax Counsel
• Lead the annual rollout and administration of the third‑party web‑based software tool used to gather project questionnaire data
• Serve as a subject matter expert on IRC § 41, including analysis of proposed and enacted legislation and its impact on Siemens
• Assist in Federal and State tax examinations, including preparing responses and presenting information to tax authorities when needed
• Coordinate with divested entities to ensure accurate and complete information transfer
• Train and integrate newly acquired entities to ensure RTC data is collected according to Siemens’ established procedures
• Communicate effectively with Siemens operating companies' financial contacts, technical experts, and external vendors
• Coordinate activities of Siemens off‑site tax personnel involved in RTC work and related tax planning initiatives
• Identify and research IRC § 41 issues using online tax resources
• Provide quarterly updates for the Tax Provision process
• Support other IRS audit matters or tax issues as assigned

Requirements

• BS/BA in Accounting
• Minimum of 4 years of tax compliance experience in public accounting or a large corporate tax department
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting
• Minimum of 4 years of tax compliance experience in public accounting or a large corporate tax department

Nice to Have

• CPA
• Master’s in Tax
• Experience with Corptax Software
• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Alteryx
• Experience with Power Query
• Experience with Tableau
• Prior Research Tax Credit experience
• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn emerging technologies and apply them to improve processes and drive efficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage complex projects and work independently
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits