Manager of Corporate Tax

We're seeking a 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'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 corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax reporting
• Bear responsibility for 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
• Supervise external advisors
• 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 a plus
• Understanding of international tax, including GLIT, BEAT, FDII, is a plus
• Familiarity with SALT is a plus
• Background in life sciences or software/technology industry is a plus

Pay and perks:
Schrödinger understands it's people that make a company great. Because of this, we're prepared to offer a competitive salary, equity-based compensation, and a wide range of benefits that include healthcare (with dental and vision), a 401k, pre-tax commuter benefits, a flexible work schedule with hybrid workweeks, and a parental leave program. We have catered meals in the office, a company culture that is relaxed but engaged, and over a month of paid vacation time. New York is home to our largest office, but we have teams all over the world. Schrödinger is honored to have been included in Newsweek's list of America's 100 Most Loved Workplaces and to have been selected as one of Crain's New York Best Places to Work for the past three years running.
Estimated base salary range: $135,000 - $205,000. Actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs. If you have any questions regarding the compensation for this role, do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our Strategic Growth team.
Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!
As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.