Senior Manager, US Federal and State Corporate Income Tax

About the Role

Workday is looking for a Manager / Senior Manager, Tax to join our growing team in Pune, India. This leadership role will be pivotal in managing U.S. domestic income tax compliance and ASC 740 tax provision responsibilities. You will lead and develop a local tax team, oversee key compliance processes, and drive process transformation, automation, and strategic initiatives.

Ideally we are looking for a highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and has significant experience in U.S. corporate tax—including direct involvement with federal and state income tax compliance and accounting under ASC 740. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical tax knowledge, a passion for mentoring teams, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities

Assist the preparation, review and management of all aspects of U.S. domestic income tax compliance including

Maintaining tax compliance calendar

Preparing tax compliance memos

Preparing, reviewing and timely filing of the consolidated federal and state income, franchise, and net worth tax returns

Maintain tax attributes schedule and expiration dates, and assist

R&D credit study and IRC 382 / 383 study

Prepare and review the quarterly estimated income tax calculations and payments, including extensions, and quarterly net worth tax accrual reconciliation

Manage the federal and state income tax notices and assist the examination process

Assist tax accounting during quarterly and year-end close, including provision to return true-up and income tax payable proof

Support other ad hoc projects such as long-range tax planning, tax automation, restructuring, tax incentive and credit initiatives, and tax accounting method changes

Research tax issues, stay updated on federal and state tax law developments, and assist the evaluation the tax impact on income and net worth taxes

Build collaborative working relationships with members of the tax team and other cross functional business partners

Proactively identify, develop, and implement process improvements, documenting desktop procedures to achieve efficiencies and scalability

Mentor and develop local tax team

About You

Basic qualification :

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

12+ years in U.S. corporate income tax (public accounting and / or U.S.-HQ corporations in India), including 3–6 years in people management.

Deep expertise of U.S. federal (Form 1120, FBAR) and state / local corporate income tax returns.

Other qualifications :

CA or CPA qualification preferred.

Strong curiosity to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

Experience with OneSource Tax Provision software (preferred).

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office suite tools.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.

Strong multitasking and time management skills to meet tight deadlines.

Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented setting.

Experience in coaching and mentoring local teams.