Tax Manager, Income Tax

About Carvana If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?! We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.

Team spirit is evident at Carvana and everyday  we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now.  About the team and position The Tax Manager, Income Tax will lead the company’s federal and multi-state income tax compliance function, with a primary focus on partnership and corporate taxation.

This role is responsible for overseeing the preparation, review, and management of complex income tax returns, including Forms 1065, 1120, and related state filings across approximately 50 states. The Tax Manager will ensure accurate reporting of taxable income, book-to-tax adjustments, apportionment, and partner capital and tax basis calculations, while coordinating estimated tax payments and extensions.

This role will work closely with accounting and finance teams and manage external tax service providers to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented filings. The position also supports the ASC 740 income tax provision process to ensure alignment between compliance and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional with public accounting experience to transition into a highly visible role with ownership of compliance processes and meaningful interaction with cross-functional teams and leadership.

What you’ll be doing Lead and manage federal, state, and local income tax compliance for partnership and corporate entities. Review complex partnership and corporate income tax returns, including Forms 1065, 1120, and multi-state filings. Oversee and manage external tax service providers, including reviewing returns, coordinating timelines, and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Prepare and review tax workpapers supporting taxable income, book-to-tax adjustments, apportionment, and partner/shareholder reporting. Coordinate and review quarterly estimated tax payments, extensions, and related compliance filings. Research, analyze, and document technical tax positions and filing positions. Monitor federal and state tax law developments and ensure compliance with new and changing requirements.

Manage and support federal and state income tax audits, notices, and information requests. Maintain organized and audit-ready tax compliance documentation and workpapers. Manage the company’s unclaimed property compliance process. Support the quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax provision process. Review book-to-tax differences and ensure consistency between provision and compliance reporting.

Assist with tax account reconciliations and provision workpaper preparation. Support external financial statement audits related to income taxes. What you should know/have 6+ years of income tax accounting experience with private industry and/or public accounting Bachelor’s in accounting is required, Master’s degree in Accounting or Tax is preferred CPA license or actively pursuing is preferred Strong understanding of partnership taxation, corporate taxation, and multi-state compliance Partnership tax experience is a plus Experience with ASC 740 reporting for quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with US GAAP is a plus Experience with large, complex partnership structures a plus Experience with tax research tools RIA Checkpoint, BNA and/or CCH Experience with Oracle Fusion and\or Oracle tax fixed assets is a plus Strong understanding of Tax and GAAP accounting principles Supervisory experience is a plus Strong written and oral communication skills required Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly in Excel Experience with Alteryx a plus Ability to gather, organize and analyze data Strong problem solving and analytical skills What we’ll offer in return Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. 401K with company match. A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more. A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally. Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.

A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development. A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country. Other requirements To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.  Legal stuff Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  #LI-Onsite  

Carvana is an online platform for buying and selling used cars, founded in 2012. The company has revolutionized the car buying experience by offering a fully online process, including financing, trade-ins, and delivery. Carvana's innovative approach has disrupted the traditional car dealership model and has gained popularity for its convenience and transparency in the car buying process.