Income Tax Manager

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.  

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.   

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.   

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.  

Income Tax Manager

This role is responsible for delivering and ensuring complete and accurate financial accounting information related to tax compliance for the worldwide consolidated group.  In addition, this role is responsible for leading all state income tax related processes and communications to ensure the company’s compliance with all domestic regulatory bodies as well as reporting the company’s tax position to internal stakeholders.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for all aspects of tax to include federal, state income tax and franchise tax.  Strong knowledge of U.S. tax code and tax regulations (federal and state)

• Responsible for quarterly and year-end financial statement tax provisions supporting workpapers and documentation including disclosures, uncertain tax positions and tax account reconciliations for current and deferred taxes

• Evaluate any tax strategies and planning for law changes; assess and communicate impact on Company’s tax position both internally and externally; monitor state nexus filing requirements

• Responsible for computation and timely filing of all federal, state returns and quarterly estimated tax payments

• Ability to manage any tax related audits, preparation of responses and develop Company position leading to an acceptable outcome

• Responsible for all SOX controls around tax processes and procedures related to compliance and financial statement reporting

• Works closely with Accounting and Financial Reporting for proper tax account reconciliation recording and reporting.

• Support the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, US international tax calculations, and R&D tax credits.

• Identify process improvement and tax automation opportunities to optimize efficiency and accuracy.  Assist with implementation and delivery of recommendations.

• Performance of other duties as requested

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting or related discipline preferred

• Certified Public Accountant

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in large public accounting firm or large corporate tax function

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational skills with the ability to multi-task; detail oriented

• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening)

• Self-starter: project management and partnering skills, willing to get into the details, proactive, accountable, identifies and addresses issues, high level of accuracy

• Strong technical experience including in depth knowledge of U.S. federal, state tax laws, regulations and reporting requirements and ASC 740.  Exposure to US international tax principles.

• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and tax impacts to financial statements

• Ability to transfer the application of tax theory to business situations and transactions

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department. 

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