Manager, State Tax Operations

The Manager, State Tax Operations supports Fortive’s U.S. tax operations team with a primary focus on state income tax compliance and reporting, audits, and planning, while working to continuously improve processes, data quality, and scalability through technology. This role operates in a dynamic, acquisitive, and technology-enabled environment and the ideal candidate brings strong technical capability, a continuous‑improvement mindset, and the ability to translate complexity into practical execution. This position reports to the Director, Federal and State Tax Operations. Key Responsibilities Manage the preparation and review of state and local income, franchise, and gross receipts tax returns including the preparation of apportionment and state modification calculations. Support the state income tax provision processes, including current and deferred taxes and related disclosures. Prepare state income and franchise tax estimated payments and extensions. Support state tax audits and inquiries, including data collection, drafting responses, and coordinating resolutions with tax authorities. Evaluate the state tax implications of business initiatives, restructurings, and transactions, translating technical considerations into actionable guidance. Partner with operating companies on indirect tax matters, including sales and use tax, property tax, and business licenses. Continuously evaluate and improve compliance processes, data flows, and internal controls to support a growing and evolving business. Embed automation, standardization, and continuous improvement into day‑to‑day tax operations. Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and knowledge sharing to support scalability, audit readiness, and team effectiveness. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Master’s in Taxation and/or CPA preferred. 5+ years of progressive experience in corporate and/or public accounting with a focus on state income tax. Strong understanding of U.S. state income, franchise, and indirect tax principles. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. Experience with Corptax, Alteryx, Power Platform, agentic AI, or similar automation tools. Results‑oriented, intellectually curious, collaborative, and improvement‑focused mindset. Passion for tax optimization and scalable solutions. Location and In‑Office Requirements Located in Everett, WA. The successful candidate is expected to be in the office at least 4 days per week. Benefits Bonus or Equity: This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package. Pay Range: The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 131,215.00 - 219,075.00. Equal Opportunity Employer Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fortive