Magna International · 1 day ago
Senior Manager, International Tax & Special Projects
Troy, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expMagna International is a leading mobility technology company in the automotive sector, seeking a Senior Manager for International Tax & Special Projects. The role involves leading international tax planning initiatives, ensuring compliance with tax filings, and mentoring team members while collaborating across various departments.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead international tax planning initiatives with both US and cross-border implications
Research tax implications of return filing positions and prepare file documentation with the applicable facts, analysis, and citations to relevant authority to defend such positions on exam
Lead US Tax Team involvement in external M&A and internal restructurings and planning initiatives in collaboration with non-US counterparts as required, to include due diligence, transaction planning, and modeling, making recommendations on tax sections of sale/purchase agreements, and supporting post-closing integration
Oversee project planning, financial modeling, risk assessment, and implementation
Develop business cases and provide oversight on execution
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of international tax filings using OneSource, including: Forms 5471, 5472, 8858, 8865, 8990–8993, 1042, and 1120F
Manage quarterly and annual international income tax provision, forecasting, and budgeting for inbound and outbound operations
Utilize OneStream for financial data analysis and reporting
Conduct in-depth research and analysis of international tax issues
Prepare technical memos and maintain audit-ready documentation
Monitor the Tax Press regularly and identify, distill, analyze, and disseminate with the Tax Group developments with actual or potential significance to the organization
Support responses to federal tax authority inquiries and audits
Lead and manage projects and relationships with outside Tax and Legal Advisors
Handle special projects and other duties as assigned
Mentor and develop tax team members; foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence
Collaborate with global Tax, Legal, Treasury, and Finance teams to align strategies and share best practices
Communicate complex tax matters clearly to senior leadership and prepare executive-level presentations
Identify and implement process enhancements, including AI and emerging technologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, Master's in Tax or JD preferred
8–14 years of international tax & M&A experience, ideally in a corporate or Big Four environment
Strong command of U.S. international tax laws and regulations
Proficiency in OneSource, OneStream, and Microsoft Office Suite (Power BI a plus)
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Proven ability to manage complex projects and mentor teams
Deep knowledge of U.S. international tax rules, including: E&P Calculations, Subpart F, Foreign Tax Credit, BEAT, FDII, GILTI, DCL, and interest limitations
Familiarity with ASC 740, FIN 48, APB 23, and US GAAP
Strong knowledge of Subchapter C, including M&A, and consolidated return rules; working knowledge of Subchapter K and partnership agreements
General knowledge of international tax principals, including inbound/outbound taxation and familiarity with US Tax treaties, including mechanics of LOB provisions
Superior technical writing skills to clearly and concisely present, analyze and document tax positions in memorandums and other written guidance and communications
Supervise and develop junior team members in accordance with company policies and the Magna Employee's Charter
Responsibilities include hiring, training, performance management, and conflict resolution
Standard office environment with typical physical demands (sitting, computer use, etc.)
Occasional travel required. Less than 15%
Preferred
CPA, Master's in Tax or JD preferred
Transfer pricing experience is a plus
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
2025-12-13
Magna International Inc.
2025-11-21
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