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Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Iridium is seeking a talented and motivated Tax Manager to join our Tax team. As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible for technical tax projects, including research, planning, and analysis. You will also perform activities for the tax department including US federal, state, and international income and non-income tax matters, tax compliance, and tax accounting. This position offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to work in a managerial role that handles all areas of tax. You will work in an excellent learning environment and have the opportunity to grow as an integral member of our team.

Be responsible for proactive tax planning to minimize global income & indirect taxes, including research, development, and implementation of tax planning strategies
• Be responsible for the management and successful implementation of tax-related special projects including planning, research, and modeling of the tax implications of special projects
• Manage joint venture partnership tax matters including proactive planning, forecasting, partner management, tax compliance, and tax accounting
• Participate in the preparation of the annual and quarterly US GAAP global income tax provision under ASC 740 in One Source Tax Provision software
• Participate in the preparation of tax related SEC filings and Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance
• Participate in the timely completion of the US Federal, state, and foreign income and non-income tax compliance
• Build upon and utilize your breadth of knowledge in the tax area and touch all areas of tax
• Work extensively with upper management and cross-functional teams within the Company

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a tax concentration within an Accounting program
• 8+ years of federal & state tax accounting and compliance experience working in public accounting or corporate in-house; will consider five years of concentrated experience
• Previous experience preparing tax provisions under ASC 740
• Strong corporate and partnership tax experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Excel
• A professional demeanor with the ability to work closely with colleagues and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
• A self-starter mindset with ability to prioritize key tasks and complete assignments within strict time constraints and deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently present your work and analysis to management and colleagues in other departments
• A high degree of self-motivation with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, to complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines
• Ability to work extensively with upper management and cross functional teams within the Company
• A natural, acute attention to detail, coupled with strong organizational skills
• Excellent project management, analytical, and interpersonal, skills
• A highly analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions
• Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
• Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met

This position directly performs under, supports, or is exposed to a U.S. government contract. To comply with the requirements of that U.S. government contract, applicants for this position must be U.S. citizens.

• Graduate degree
• Public accounting experience
• CPA license strongly preferred
• Previous experience using OneSource tax provision software

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium's Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.