Senior Audit Manager (Special Tax) (Remote)

Senior Manager Special Tax Audit OperationsThe Senior Manager oversees the Special Tax audit operations to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant completion of projects. This position serves as the department’s leading expert on the interpretation and application of tax laws, providing final decisions and guidance on complex audit matters. The Senior Manager is responsible for developing and managing the annual department budget, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring resources are used efficiently. In addition, this role manages staffing needs, including hiring, training, and performance management, to build and maintain a high-performing audit team. The Senior Manager also represents the department in client meetings and site visits, fostering strong professional relationships and ensuring client satisfaction. The primary focus areas are franchise fee audits, cannabis audits, and business license tax audits, and various other state and local taxes and assessments.Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee audit operations to ensure audits are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established timelines.Provide expert-level interpretation and application of tax laws and regulations to complex audit situations.Serve as the final authority on audit determinations and tax law application issues.Review and approve audit findings, reports, and recommendations prior to final issuance.Develop, implement, and manage the annual audit budget; monitor expenses and ensure fiscal responsibility.Develop and track KPI’s.Analyze workflow, staffing, and productivity to improve efficiency and resource allocation.Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate audit staff; make recommendations and decisions regarding hiring, promotions, and terminations.Coordinate and oversee legal representation activities for audits contested in court.Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure accurate presentation of facts, documentation, and audit positions in formal proceedings.Maintain positive client relationships through regular communication, site visits, and professional consultation.Ensure all audit activities comply with established policies, procedures, and applicable laws.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance audit quality, consistency, and client satisfaction.Provide strategic direction and leadership to support departmental goals and organizational objectives.Demonstrates compliance with all company policies and/or regulationsAll other duties as assignedTravel as requiredEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Accounting5-12 years of related experienceState and local tax knowledge or experience is preferredA CPA or CIA certification is preferred but not requiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of state and local tax laws, regulations, statutes, and procedures requiredStrong professional background including advanced knowledge and experience with corporate accounting, direct and indirect transactional taxes, and other business accounting functions with the ability to analyze tax sensitive general ledger accountsIntermediate/advanced tax research skillsSound knowledge of accounting principles and strong analytical skillsSelf-starter, with the ability to organize, plan and directProfessional, customer service oriented, tactful, dependable, and flexibleExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with personnel at all levels of the CompanyStrong working knowledge of Accounting Systems and Microsoft officeStrong communication and interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, flexibility, and dependabilityWork EnvironmentThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as the employee works in an office setting, at an individual workstation, using telephone and computerPhysical DemandsMust be able to remain in a stationary position for most of the dayConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a printer/copy machineThis position needs to occasionally move about inside the officeThe person in this position frequently communicates via telephoneNeumo Summary:With the backing of four decades of public sector expertise and corporate capability, Neumo has successfully supported government services. Neumo was honored and recognized for four (4) consecutive years as a GovTech 100 Company representing the top 100 companies focused on making a difference in and selling to state and local government agencies across the United States.Neumo is committed to helping communities thrive and brings a wealth of experience combined with innovation. Today, Neumo offers more administrative and financial support to government officials than any other organization. And with a responsive, client-focused approach, we foster partnerships that give our customers the certainty they need to accomplish more.Neumo offers a competitive benefits and compensation package and are looking for team members who will thrive in our dynamic environment.Neumo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for a position will be made without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, and age.