Tax Manager

The Tax Manager is responsible for supporting income tax accounting matters, including the monthly income tax provision, quarterly/annual reporting, and SOX controls processes. They will plan, organize, and collaborate with the Director of Tax Accounting to develop staff and implement process improvements. They will also lend support in areas such as tax forecasting, tax compliance, audits and legislative impacts, and regulatory matters. Job Description: What You'll Do: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740. Calculate and maintain effective tax rate calculations. Preparation and review of income tax disclosures as part of the Company’s external reporting process (10-K, 10-Q, Misc. GAAP Statements, FERC Forms, etc.). Provide review and oversight of internal control policies and procedures. Develop staff and coordinate training. Exercise oversight of outside consultants and contractors providing professional services and staff augmentation. Actively participate in the analysis, selection, and maintenance of tax systems for use in filing tax returns/reports and continuous process improvement initiatives. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including presenting findings, preparing reports, and providing analytical support. Support the preparation of income tax forecasts, analysis, and schedules to support company planning processes. Support the tax compliance efforts, including tax return preparation and application of tax planning strategies and audit outcomes to income tax provisions and reporting. Apply understanding of uncertain tax positions and valuation allowances to support ongoing business operations. What We're Looking For: Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: Six (6) years of total work experience in business, finance or accounting with a minimum of three (3) years experience in tax functions. Licenses/Certifications: Professional Certification (CPA, CMA, CIA) preferred. Where You'll Work: On-Site in the AEP Headquarters in Columbus, OH What You'll Get: Base salary Annual Bonus Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. AEP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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