Manager - US Direct Tax

Location: Delhi
Type: Full time
Posted: 11D AGO

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About the role

Job Description

Job Title: Manager - US Direct Tax

Location: New Delhi

Department: Finance

Reports To: Senior Director, Tax (US)

Position Summary:

The Tax Manager – US Direct Tax will manage Chegg’s federal and multi-state income tax operations including tax provision, compliance, controversy, credits & incentives, and planning. This is a high-impact role that collaborates with cross-functional teams and supports both recurring tax operations and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Primarily review quarterly consolidated tax provision reporting and analysis
Review quarterly consolidated domestic tax provision memos and supporting documentation.
Review quarterly tax flux analysis, forecasts, and non-GAAP tax adjustments
Review workpapers and payment requests for estimated and extension payments (federal, state income, franchise, CAT taxes)
Review state income and franchise tax returns and related workpapers
Coordinate data collection for the federal consolidated return and state filings
Conduct federal and state tax research and provide technical analysis
Review the annual ACA Memo and liaise with Legal and HR for ACA compliance
Coordinate Section 382 study with external consultants
Respond to federal and state tax notices, including audit support and resolution
Partner with cross-functional teams on tax compliance and provision topics

Qualifications:

Minimum 8 years of relevant US direct tax experience, preferably in Big 4 or corporate tax environments
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
CPA designation preferred but not mandatory
Strong technical knowledge in U.S. federal and state taxation, including ASC 740, FIN48, ASC 718, FIN18, Section 162(m), Section 382, and book-to-tax adjustments
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems, SAGE depreciation, and Blackline is a plus
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Self-starter who thrives in both team settings and with independent responsibilities
Eagerness to grow tax knowledge and align business objectives with tax strategies

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