Job opportunity | Kelly
14233 - Senior Tax Manager - Remote - Troy/Detroit, MI Area
Troy, MI, USA | Finance/Banking/Insurance | Full-time
Job Reference: 14233 - Posted 29-May-2026
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Reporting to the Sr. Director, Domestic Income Tax, this key position serves as a technical resource to the tax team. In this high-impact role you will provide review of income tax compliance and provisions, deliver analytical support for strategic tax planning, and manage tax projects (e.g., research, audits, and process improvements).
This role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who thrives on technical depth, precision, and cross-functional collaboration - and who is ready to drive meaningful value across all areas of tax.
The Sr. Tax Manager will be required to travel to our Corporate Headquarters 2-3 times per month as needed.
Our Sr. Tax Manager is accountable for:
Tax Compliance Review and Quality Assurance
Ensure quality of federal and state income tax returns prepared by external service providers, including book/tax adjustments, credits, international deliverables (e.g., Forms 5471), elections, state apportionment, nexus analysis, etc.
Review indirect tax returns prepared by external service providers (e.g., sales/use, gross receipts, property tax) to validate completeness and accuracy
Support OECD Pillar II and public country-by-country reporting
Tax Provision Technical Review & Support
Review global quarterly and annual ASC 740 tax provision calculations including deferred tax expense, rate reconciliation and footnote disclosures
Analyze realizability of deferred tax assets, valuation allowance and uncertain tax positions
Partner with accounting to prepare tax-related disclosures for SEC reporting (10-K/10-Q)
Coordinate with external auditors to respond to information requests and technical questions
Tax Planning and Strategic Support
Research and analyze tax matters and provide tax advice to the business, including planning initiatives, legislative changes, regulatory guidance, etc.
Support M&A tax diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition compliance including purchase price allocation and deferred tax analysis
Perform scenario modeling and prepare presentations for tax team and other stakeholders
Manage audits and notices, defend Kelly's tax positions, and correspond with tax authorities
Process Management
Manage tax compliance calendar and workflow coordination with internal team and external service providers
Identify and lead process improvement, automation, and efficiency initiatives in compliance and provision workflows
Support tax technology projects including system implementations and AI tool integration (Workday and tax software platforms)
Essential Skills, Knowledge, & Experience:
Education
Experience
Technical Skills
Base pay range for this position is $120,075 - $160,000 per year. Final annual compensation will be based on experience and may vary by geographic location.
Total compensation package including benefits as applicable to the position - understanding that each person has unique professional and personal needs focused on your total well-being. Explore our range of benefits at: Kelly Services | People Regular Staff
Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, including, but not limited to, race, gender, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.
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