Tax Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1981, Lanter Delivery Systems is a national logistics company and a leader in overnight, unattended delivery of auto, agricultural and industrial parts from their customer's distribution centers to dealer locations. In the 21st century we live in a business culture that demands cost and logistical efficiencies combined with increased productivity. Lanter's strategic, process driven approach has been embraced by the marketplace and is setting new standards in the automotive and agricultural manufacturing marketplace. We see a bright future on the road before us and we are very excited about bringing our solutions to a variety of new industries.

The ideal candidate will embody our company's Non-Negotiables:

• Walk in Humble Confidence - We are experts at what we do, but we never assume we know everything
• Be Open, Honest and Respectful - We say what has to be said in a tactful, courteous way
• Be Fearless - We never fail, we only learn
• We are One Team - We achieve more together by collaboration and consensus
• Delivery on Commitments - We do what we say we will do
• We have a Passion to Serve - We are dedicated, hardworking individuals who provide exceptional service to our customers and to each other
• We put Safety First - We prioritize the safety of our team members and customers above all else in our business
• We Strive for Operational Excellence - We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvements, driving quality and productivity

Position Summary:

The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing the Company’s tax function, including compliance, reporting, and planning. This role partners closely with the Company’s external CPA firm to ensure timely and accurate filing of federal, state, and local tax returns including income, franchise, commercial, business, and property taxes (direct taxes) as well as compliance on sales & use taxes and Canadian consumption taxes (indirect taxes).

Tax Manager will support the external CPA firm on the preparation and review of the Company’s tax provision in accordance with ASC 740. The Tax Manager serves as a primary liaison with external auditors and tax authorities, monitors changes in tax legislation, and evaluates the impact on the business. This position also supports tax-efficient structuring of operations and transactions to minimize risk and optimize the Company’s overall tax position.

In addition to compliance, the Tax Manager acts as a strategic partner to finance and executive leadership by providing insights that inform business decisions. Responsibilities include identifying tax savings opportunities, enhancing processes through automation and controls, and supporting initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, and entity restructuring. This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and translate complex tax concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-tax stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership, project management, and communication skills to drive value across the organization.

Key Deliverables:

• Oversee and manage all federal, state, and local tax filings, including extensions and estimated payments, in coordination with external CPA firm
• Serve as primary point of contact with external CPA firm and advisors
• Review corporate tax returns for completeness, accuracy, and risk exposure
• Lead tax research and planning initiatives based on current tax laws
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements, including ASC 740 (deferred tax assets and liabilities)
• Support M&A activity, including tax due diligence and review of tax-related contract provisions

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 5–8 years of tax experience. Combination of public accounting and/or corporate tax experience
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, ASC 740 (Tax Provision), and federal & state tax laws
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated initiative, intellectual curiosity, and strong ownership of work products
• Ability and desire to quickly learn Lanter’s business model, systems, data, and reporting tools
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to make confident, fact-based decisions
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and translate financial data into clear insights for business leaders
• Superior organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities and simultaneous projects
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze large datasets and present findings clearly

Preferred Experience:

• CPA designation (active license optional)
• Canadian tax experience a plus
• Master’s in taxation a plus (MST)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position; hours of work are typically Monday through Friday between 8:00 – 5:00pm, averaging 40 - 45 hours per week, with ability to work extra hours as determined by the workload and internal customer expectations.

Travel:

This position may require occasional travel.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, copier, and phone.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a team member must meet to perform the key deliverables of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to listen, communicate verbally and in writing, sit for extended periods of time working on a computer, and lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change per location based on business needs as well as change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:

Lanter Delivery Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Lanter Delivery Systems complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Lanter Delivery Systems expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Lanter Delivery Systems team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.