At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

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What is the Corporate Tax group responsible for?

Franklin’s Corporate Tax group is responsible for all tax aspects pertaining to the Company.  We are a group of tax nerds who love to talk about federal income taxes, international taxes, state and local taxes. Nothing gets us more excited than the recent tax reforms and the ever evolving tax law changes globally. While we might talk and practice tax a lot, we are also a group of normal folks who enjoy having a good work life balance and company of our colleagues.  

What is the Manager – Corporate Tax responsible for?

As a Manager - Corporate Tax, you will be responsible for working with our tax team based outside of the US with the preparation and review of ASC 740 calculations and U.S. federal and multi-state income tax returns. You will assist with tax calculations and reconciliations for book to tax differences, special projects in support of corporate goals, and implement process improvements as needed. Additionally, because you like learning and training, you will assist in managing and training a tax team that is based outside of the USA. 

What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Manager - Corporate Tax?

Preparation and review of the Company's global quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations and related financial statement disclosures, including computation of book to tax differences, tracking of deferred tax inventory, and supporting tasks related to ASC 740.  

Preparation and review of U.S. federal and state income tax compliance including quarterly estimates and extensions, annual returns and provision-to-return calculations

Supervise a team of staff located outside of the US

Preparation and reconciliations and analyses for accounts as assigned and support external audits

Contribute to process and technology improvements aimed at streamlining compliance and reporting

Research tax issues, review legislative developments and assist in the analysis

Ad Hoc tax planning, structuring projects

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

A minimum of 6 years of corporate tax experience, including supervisory experience leading & guiding staff

Public Accounting/Big 4 experience preferred. Private industry experience a plus

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent) and CPA is preferred

Excellent analytical and organizational skills, ability to organize and prioritize workflow and work independently

Strong leadership skillset: ability to lead, direct and influence

Possess knowledge of tax software functionality such as Onesource Income Tax, OneSource State Apportionment, and Onesource Tax Provision

Proficiency in Microsoft Products, Accounting ERP (Workday) and tax research tools (eg. Checkpoint)

Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to drive process improvements

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $162,000.00 - $168,000.00.

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Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Highlights of our benefits include:

Three weeks paid time off the first year

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits

Employee Stock Investment Program

Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)

Purchase of company funds with no sales charge

Onsite fitness center and recreation center*

Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. 
 
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.