Tax Manager- Federal and State Compliance

Hampton Lumber is a thriving family-owned company aspiring to be North America's preferred source for responsibly-sourced wood solutions. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate nine sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and import/export division. We are guided by our core values: Safety – Prioritize safety across all operations. Integrity & Authenticity – Operate honestly and ethically while preserving our distinctive family-owned brand. Responsible Stewardship – Endeavor to balance and maintain economic, social, and environmental values in everything we do. Tenacity – Embrace challenges with grit, determination, and a can-do spirit. Continuous Improvement – Strive to enhance our processes, products, and people. Customer Satisfaction – Be nimble, responsive, and solutions-oriented. Community Engagement – Be a responsive, supportive, and respected member of the community. This role is heavily focused on U.S. and state income tax compliance across a complex organizational and tax structure that includes C Corporations, S Corporations, and international reporting requirements. It requires a tax professional who thrives in a complex environment, enjoys identifying and solving challenging tax issues, and can effectively manage multiple projects, deadlines, and responsibilities simultaneously. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams across the organization, collaborate with external tax advisors, and partner with accounting and finance colleagues to identify, analyze, and resolve tax matters while ensuring timely, accurate reporting of business activities. Reporting directly to the Corporate Tax Director and working closely with the Tax Manager – International Tax Compliance, this position offers the opportunity to build broad technical expertise across multiple entity structures, jurisdictions, and business operations while supporting the tax compliance needs of a growing, dynamic organization. Manage the preparation of the federal Form 1120 and 1120S income tax returns for a large and complex organizational structure. This includes compiling trial balances, tax adjustments, and elimination entries for multiple federal and state tax reporting groups across all operations, including timber, sawmill, and sales operations. Partner with accounting, finance, and operational personnel across multiple locations to gather information, analyze business transactions, and ensure appropriate tax treatment and reporting. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provisions under ASC 740, including effective tax rate calculations, deferred tax assets/liabilities, and reconciliation of tax payable and receivable balances. Prepare tax payment calculations and ensure timely remittance of federal, state, and local tax payments, including extensions and estimated tax payments, by effectively managing compliance calendars and filing deadlines. Research federal and state tax issues and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments. Compile information for consolidated state tax apportionment workpapers and compute federal/state tax differences for multiple tax reporting groups. Independently manage correspondence with federal and state tax authorities, including notices, examinations, overpayment claims, and refund inquiries. Review work performed by Corporate Tax Accountant, including GL reconciliations and tax depreciation reporting. Coordinate with external tax consultants on the preparation and review of consolidated federal and state income tax returns. Prepare tax analyses supporting projections, forecasts, legislative changes, business initiatives, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. Support sales tax, property tax, and other tax projects as needed Qualifications Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex transactions and determine practical solutions. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. Self-starter who takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through to completion. Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with individuals across departments, locations, and external organizations. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain tax concepts clearly and concisely and document conclusions. Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing business needs. Professional, accountable, and committed to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and confidentiality. Education and Training: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Tax required Minimum 4 years of relevant corporate income tax experience, particularly with larger, more complex, multi-level tax structures and large data sets #J-18808-Ljbffr Hampton Lumber