Tax Manager - US State & Local Tax (SALT)

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   Job location :- Bangalore  Work mode : Hybrid (3 / 4 days a week from Office)   Why we're hiring: WPP is on a global transformation journey for its accounting and finance departments. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team with a great learning environment. We are looking for this role in India to support our US Tax team based in our New York Corporate Headquarters.   What you'll be doing: This role is a key player supporting the various tax compliance and reporting areas that are under the team’s responsibility.   * Prepare Federal Tax Returns for US legal entities (Corporations, Partnerships, Foundations, etc.) * Calculate book to tax differences (permanent and timing differences) for US legal entities. * Assist with preparation of overall US consolidated tax return filing including forms, schedules, and elections. * Assist with preparation and completion of year-end tax provision, US federal taxable income forecasts, and estimated tax payment calculations. * Assist with tax planning & transactional related assignments. * Support Tax Directors and Senior Tax Managers with their daily projects and assignments. * Oversee Tax Interns with their assignments and provide mentoring.   What you'll need:   * * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting or Taxation. * 3+ years of experience into US Federal Taxation (US Corporations & Partnership Firms returns) * Experience in CorpTax tool is mandatory. * Hybrid work arrangement with standard UK hours. * Strong working knowledge of US domestic tax rules and tax reporting obligations relating to Form 1120 and related schedules and tax forms. * Intermediate to advanced level tax preparation skills. * Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word & PowerPoint. * Strong problem solving and organizational skills; high level of attention to details.   Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

Thoughtworks

We are in the process of establishing an Accounting Center of Excellence (COE) to strengthen our global accounting capabilities and provide a scalable foundation for the future. The COE will focus on consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across accounting processes, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and audit requirements. It will also drive process improvements, automation, and knowledge sharing across regions. As Fixed Asset COE Lead, you will own the end-to-end accounting for property, plant & equipment (PP&E), leases, internally developed software (IDS), goodwill and other intangible assets across the Thoughtworks global. You will be accountable for technical accuracy, SOX compliance, and the continuous improvement of fixed asset accounting processes — while mentoring and developing a high-performing team. You will collaborate closely with Regional Controllers, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and IT Finance stakeholders to deliver a scalable, compliant, and insight-driven fixed asset function. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES FIXED ASSET ACCOUNTING & CLOSE * Own the global fixed asset accounting lifecycle — from capitalization through depreciation, impairment, and disposal — ensuring accurate and timely recognition in compliance with US GAAP (ASC 360, ASC 350), IFRS 16, and internal accounting policies. * Lead monthly close activities for PP&E, ROU assets, and intangibles, including journal entries, depreciation runs, asset additions/disposals, and reconciliations. * Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations for all fixed asset accounts, ensuring complete documentation, proper support, and adherence to SOX control requirements. * Oversee lease accounting under IFRS 16 / ASC 842, including ROU asset recognition, remeasurement, modification, and disclosure across all Thoughtworks legal entities. * Support acquisition accounting and integration activities, including participation in purchase price allocation (PPA) for PP&E and intangible assets, post-acquisition asset register set-up, and goodwill impairment indicator assessments in coordination with the Technical Accounting and FP&A teams.  SOFTWARE CAPITALIZATION (IDS / ASC 350-40) * Manage the end-to-end capitalization process for internally developed software, including intake assessment, eligibility determination, cost accumulation, and amortization schedules. * Partner with IT and other teams to ensure accurate and timely identification of qualifying development activities and associated costs. * Maintain clear documentation and audit trails to support internal and external audit reviews of software capitalization decisions. COMPLIANCE, CONTROLS & AUDIT SUPPORT * Maintain and enforce global accounting policies for fixed assets and intangibles, ensuring consistent application and clear guidance for regional finance teams. * Design, operate, and monitor SOX/ICFR controls over the fixed asset cycle, including periodic physical verification coordination and impairment assessments. * Serve as the primary contact for internal and external auditors on all fixed asset and intangible-related queries, providing detailed analysis, documentation, and reconciliations. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & AUTOMATION * Drive continuous improvement across fixed asset accounting workflows, identifying automation opportunities within ERP and asset management systems (PeopleSoft). * Lead standardization initiatives across regions — developing consistent templates, capitalization thresholds, useful life policies, and tagging conventions. * Contribute to the broader Accounting COE agenda by bringing best practices in fixed asset accounting and helping design scalable, globally consistent processes. STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION & TEAM DEVELOPMENT * Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Legal, Regional Controllers, SG&A team to ensure capital expenditure forecasting, tax depreciation, and CAPEX/OPEX classification are properly reflected. * Partner with FP&A, IT, Controllership and Treasury to forecast global CAPEX cash flows, aligning cash projections with IT and software development plans.  * Partner with the Procurement and IT teams to establish and maintain an effective asset procurement-to-capitalization workflow. * Develop and mentor team members within the Fixed Asset COE, building technical depth and fostering a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement. JOB QUALIFICATIONS ESSENTIAL * Qualified CA, CPA, or CMA with 5–7 years of post-qualification experience in fixed asset accounting, technical accounting, or a controllership role. * Deep knowledge of US GAAP fixed asset standards (ASC 360, ASC 350-40) and IFRS 16 / ASC 842 lease accounting, with demonstrated experience applying them in a global environment. * Hands-on experience managing the full fixed asset cycle including capitalization, depreciation, impairment, and disposal in a multinational company. * Strong understanding of SOX/ICFR controls applicable to the fixed asset cycle. * Experience supporting internal and external audits, including preparation of detailed audit schedules and reconciliations. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in working with ERP-generated data and large asset registers. * Proven track record in driving process standardization, continuous improvement, and supporting automation initiatives. * Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members in an accounting or shared services environment. * Strong written and verbal English communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally with global teams and senior stakeholders. * Willingness to align working hours with stakeholders in other time zones when required. HIGHLY DESIRABLE * Working knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials or a comparable ERP platform. * Familiarity with IFRS and/or local statutory reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions. * Experience with lease management software CoStar  * Background in a global technology company or professional services organization with a distributed delivery model. OTHER THINGS TO KNOW LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT There is no one-size-fits-all career path at Thoughtworks: however you want to develop your career is entirely up to you. But we also balance autonomy with the strength of our cultivation culture. This means your career is supported by interactive tools, numerous development programs and teammates who want to help you grow. We see value in helping each other be our best and that extends to empowering our employees in their career journeys. ONSITE WORK EXPECTATION You may be expected to work out of our Thoughtworks office or at our client's office location for all five working days of the week, depending on business or clients’ needs. ABOUT THOUGHTWORKS Thoughtworks is a global technology consultancy that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive digital innovation. For 30+ years, our clients have trusted our autonomous teams to build solutions that look past the obvious. Here, computer science grads come together with seasoned technologists, self-taught developers, midlife career changers and more to learn from and challenge each other. Career journeys flourish with the strength of our cultivation culture, which has won numerous awards around the world. Join Thoughtworks and thrive. Together, our extra curiosity, innovation, passion and dedication overcomes ordinary. See here our AI policy.

Man Group

About Man Group Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent. Headquartered in London, we manage $228.7 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com At Man Group, we respect your privacy and we are committed to protecting and safeguarding your Personal Data. We have developed policies and processes which are designed to provide for the security and integrity of your Personal Data. We are committed to Processing your Personal Data fairly and lawfully, and being open and transparent about such Processing. For further information on how we process your data, please see the privacy notice for applicants here * As at 31 March 2026   Job Profile Summary The Man Group tax department is hiring to support Man's growing US business, and to serve as a key source of US tax technical knowledge. The role will primarily focus on the delivery of tax compliance and tax accounting requirements for Man's US business, and developing and maintaining processes necessary for these.  The candidate will work directly with the Group's outsourced service providers and with stakeholders across the business. Due to the diverse nature of the business, and the integrated nature of the Man tax department, the role will provide opportunities to work on advisory projects and to gain exposure to different tax regimes and the tax affairs of Man's investment products. Primary Responsibilities * Managing external service providers responsible for Man’s US federal/state/local tax compliance and reporting. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely preparation of deliverables, reviewing for accuracy, supporting internal stakeholders to provide any information required by service providers, and assisting in maintaining relationships with those service providers. * Ownership of any US tax reporting performed in house by the Man tax department, including calculating/ensuring accuracy of any necessary tax payments. * Working with stakeholders across Man to develop, document, and maintain processes for generate information necessary for tax reporting, and to control tax risk. Candidate will be expected to help drive change and innovation by utilizing AI and other tools, with an emphasis on automation and information standardization. * Managing strategic tax projects, and keeping senior stakeholders informed of proposed and actual changes in tax law/practice relevant to Man’s US business. * Forecasting US tax liabilities and tax cash flows for entities within Man’s US business. * Supporting the preparation of current and deferred income tax provisions under ASC 740 and IAS 12, and interacting with auditors as necessary. * Providing critical support and technical expertise to internal and external stakeholders on all topics relating to US tax (including personal/employment taxation, state sales and use taxes, other taxes assessed by states and localities), including supporting colleagues across the broader Man tax team (including, as required, Man’s product tax team). * Managing communication with US tax authorities, drafting responses to correspondence and working with relevant stakeholders to resolve controversies. Core Competencies * A strong understanding of US federal tax law, and a good appreciation of the broader US federal, state and local tax implications for a large, complex, foreign owned financial services business. * A strong understanding of international topics in US federal taxation (e.g. BEAT, CFCs/PFICs, GILTI, ECI, withholding taxes, transfer pricing), familiarly with the US model income tax treaty and its practical application, and the ways in which US tax systems interact with their non-US counterparts. * Experience preparing federal business tax returns (e.g. 1120, 1065) and accompanying forms/schedules, and their state equivalents. * A strong understanding of ASC 740 and accounting for income taxes. Experience with IAS 12/IFRS preferred. * The ability to independently research complex tax issues and effectively communicate key points to non-subject matter experts. * Experience of tax process improvement and project management. * Familiarity with the asset management industry and alternative investments, the ways in which an asset manager and its owners are compensated, and the tax implications thereof, is a strong plus. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to the needs of specific stakeholders. * The ability to both work independently and with a wide range of stakeholders, as necessary. The anticipated based salary range for this position is listed below. Compensation packages would also include benefits and a discretionary bonus. This is the base salary range that the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting based on the location and requirements of the position as well as the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant.  The Firm reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. US Pay Range $80,000—$100,000 USD Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity. You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact TalentAcquisition@man.com.