Senior Manager of Corporate Tax

We’re seeking a Senior Manager of Corporate Tax to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods.

Schrödinger (Nasdaq: SDGR) is on the cutting edge of computer-aided drug discovery and materials science. We set the record for the largest and fastest cloud computing run, and our software suites continue to revolutionize the design of therapeutics and materials. FEP+, WaterMap, Glide, Maestro, and LiveDesign are just a few of the programs we’ve created.

As a member of our tax team, you will report to the Director of Global Tax and you'll play a key role in monitoring and maintaining our company’s financial success. This role offers the opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to collaborate with a team of dynamic colleagues at the intersection of tech and pharmaceutical science.

Who will love this job:

• A highly-organized self-motivator with excellent attention to detail with a focus on continuous improvement
• A team player who’s willing and able to perform tasks at all levels, from detailed tax research and preparation to high-level review, with follow-through on commitments while managing competing priorities
• An analytical problem-solver who can maintain a professional demeanor under pressure
• An excellent oral and written communicator who enjoys working in a highly collaborative environment

What you’ll do:

• Manage our global corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax reporting
• Maintain US and state corporate tax returns and related computations, including but not limited to SBC, GILTI/FDII, FTC, 382 limitations, R&D related credits and capitalization
• Maintain relevant documentation and computation for quarterly and annual tax provision
• Oversee current and deferred tax reporting for domestic and foreign legal entities, including but not limited to analysis and determination of valuation allowances, re-investment assertions, and related translation adjustments
• Run daily operations, including monthly/quarterly close and reconciliations
• Respond to tax notices and inquiries
• Co-supervise external advisors and preparers
• Facilitate various tax studies
• Research and communicate changes to new tax regulations
• Support process improvement initiatives and maintain workflow calendars
• Assist with internal controls documentation
• Assist with M&A, due diligence requests, tax planning, and information requests  

What you should have:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Economics, Taxation, or another relevant field
• CPA license
• At least five years of experience in tax provisions and compliance
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products (with an emphasis on Excel)
• In-house experience is highly preferred
• Understanding of international tax, including GILTI, BEAT, FDII, is a plus 
• Familiarity with SALT is a plus 
• Background in life sciences or software/technology industry is a plus