Title
Tax Manager
Department
Corp Finance 375900
Revision Date
10 / 22 / 2025
FLSA Status
Exempt
Location
Melville, NY
Level
P4
Range
$120K - $160K
Company Overview
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 911 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud-native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.
We’re seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers with critical thinking skills to help shape our vision, structures, and systems; playing a key role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you’re invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world — we’d love to have you apply.
Purpose
The Tax Manager will be a key member of the tax team, responsible for the company's compliance and accounting for income taxes. The role requires a candidate who can leverage their public accounting background to manage the tax function, implement best practices, properly account for the provisions of ASC 740 and ensure timely compliance with filing direct and indirect tax returns.
Responsibilities
Preparation of the quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax provision and supporting documentation. This includes :
- Calculating and documenting current and deferred taxes.
- Assessing valuation allowances.
- Analyzing and documenting uncertain tax positions (FIN 48).
- Drafting or reviewing tax-related footnote disclosures for financial statements.
- Drafting journal entries.
- Compliance management : Oversee the preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local income tax returns and estimated payments. Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate filing.
- Tax planning and strategy : Identify, research, and implement tax-saving strategies to minimize the company's tax liabilities and exposure. Stay current on tax legislation, developments, and industry trends, and advise management on potential impacts.
- Audit defense : Manage and facilitate responses to tax audits by federal, state, and other regulatory authorities. Gather necessary documentation and act as a key point of contact for auditors.
- Process improvement : Leverage knowledge gained from working at a large firm to improve and automate internal tax processes. Implement and enforce tax accounting controls and procedures (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley controls).
- Financial reporting : Collaborate with the corporate accounting team to ensure proper tax financial statement presentation and assist with external reporting needs, such as Form 10‑K and 10‑Q disclosures.
Requirements
ASC 740 expertise : Deep technical knowledge and extensive experience preparing and reviewing income tax provisions under ASC 740 is essential.Technical knowledge : Strong grasp of federal, state, and local tax regulations, with experience in corporate taxation.Communication skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues to both technical and non‑technical audiences.Analytical skills : Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a detail‑oriented approach.Software proficiency : Experience with provision software (e.g., ONESOURCE) and strong Microsoft Excel skills.Ability to work both autonomously and within a group setting.Experience
5+ years of progressive tax experience, with a significant portion at a large public accounting firm (e.g., Big Four or large regional firm).Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; a master’s degree in taxation is a plus.Equal Opportunity Employer
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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