Manager - US Direct Tax

Job Title: Manager - US Direct Tax

Location: New Delhi

Department: Finance

Reports To: Senior Director, Tax (US)

Position Summary:

The Tax Manager US Direct Tax will manage Chegg’s federal and multi-state income tax operations including tax provision, compliance, controversy, credits & incentives, and planning. This is a high-impact role that collaborates with cross-functional teams and supports both recurring tax operations and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primarily review quarterly consolidated tax provision reporting and analysis
• Review quarterly consolidated domestic tax provision memos and supporting documentation.
• Review quarterly tax flux analysis, forecasts, and non-GAAP tax adjustments
• Review workpapers and payment requests for estimated and extension payments (federal, state income, franchise, CAT taxes)
• Review state income and franchise tax returns and related workpapers
• Coordinate data collection for the federal consolidated return and state filings
• Conduct federal and state tax research and provide technical analysis
• Review the annual ACA Memo and liaise with Legal and HR for ACA compliance
• Coordinate Section 382 study with external consultants
• Respond to federal and state tax notices, including audit support and resolution
• Partner with cross-functional teams on tax compliance and provision topics

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant US direct tax experience, preferably in Big 4 or corporate tax environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• CPA designation preferred but not mandatory
• Strong technical knowledge in U.S. federal and state taxation, including ASC 740, FIN48, ASC 718, FIN18, Section 162(m), Section 382, and book-to-tax adjustments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems, SAGE depreciation, and Blackline is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter who thrives in both team settings and with independent responsibilities
• Eagerness to grow tax knowledge and align business objectives with tax strategies