Senior Indirect Tax Analyst

Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales & Use (S&U) tax professional currently at the Senior Analyst level with hands‑on Avalara experience who is ready to take the next step into a Tax Manager / Tax Lead role. This individual will lead the tax function for a rapidly growing $100M+ organization. This is a standalone position responsible for overseeing all tax‑related activities, with a strong emphasis on sales and use tax and Avalara. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can build processes, manage external advisors, and drive operational improvements while supporting the company’s growth and acquisition strategy. Location: Houston, TX (in office 3x per week) Key Responsibilities Sales & Use Tax Manage all aspects of sales and use tax compliance, including filings, reporting, and payments across multiple jurisdictions Oversee and optimize Avalara, ensuring proper implementation, accuracy, and scalability Maintain exemption certificates and ensure proper taxability determinations Monitor nexus and ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations Lead and manage sales and use tax audits, including responses to notices Tax Management & Compliance Oversight Serve as the primary liaison with external tax advisors and service providers Review and ensure accuracy of externally prepared tax filings, including income tax returns Coordinate tax compliance calendars and ensure timely filings Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local tax requirements Process Development & Improvement Evaluate current (outsourced) tax processes and design, implement, and scale internal processes and controls Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements Develop documentation and internal policies for tax procedures Support long‑term strategy to bring select tax functions in‑house Strategic & Cross‑Functional Support Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure proper tax treatment of transactions Support tax due diligence and integration efforts related to acquisitions Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the business Assist with tax planning initiatives and identify potential risks and opportunities Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 3‑5+ years of tax experience, with a strong focus on sales and use tax Hands‑on experience with Avalara Experience managing multi‑state tax compliance and audits Proven ability to build or improve tax processes Strong understanding of transaction tax regulations Preferred Experience in a high‑growth or mid‑sized company environment Exposure to M&A or multi‑entity structures Experience managing or reviewing outsourced tax functions CPA or advanced degree (preferred but not required) Skills & Competencies Highly proactive and self‑directed Strong organizational and project management skills Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on accuracy Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Strong communication skills across internal and external stakeholders Key Success Factors Ability to quickly take ownership of the tax function Strong execution in sales and use tax compliance and Avalara management Effective oversight of external providers Success in building scalable, efficient tax processes from the ground up #J-18808-Ljbffr Brewer Morris