Sr. Manager, US Federal & State Tax

New Era Cap, LLC is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY, with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and authenticity of our brand.The Sr. Manager, U.S. Federal & State Tax serves as the Company’s lead U.S. tax professional and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of U.S. federal and state taxation, including partnership tax compliance, state income and franchise tax compliance, tax planning, tax controversy, and business advisory support.As a key member of the global tax organization, this role partners closely with finance, accounting, legal, treasury, business leaders, and external advisors to manage tax risk, support strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.The Tax team at New Era Cap ensures compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations across global operations while supporting accurate financial reporting. They partner with Finance and other teams to manage tax planning, filings, and risk mitigation, helping optimize the company’s overall tax position and maintain compliance standardsResponsibilitiesU.S. Tax Function LeadershipServe as the Company’s U.S. federal and state tax subject matter expert, identifying key risks, opportunities, and prioritiesLead U.S. tax compliance, planning, controversy, and reporting activitiesDevelop and execute the annual U.S. tax strategy aligned with business objectivesManage external tax advisors and service providers to ensure quality, execution, and deliveryBuild effective relationships across finance, accounting, legal, treasury, and operational teamsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead and develop tax professionals, consultants, and outsourced resources supporting the U.S. tax functionSet priorities, allocate resources, and manage workloads to support timely deliveryProvide technical guidance, mentorship, and development support to team membersFoster accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharingSupport recruiting, onboarding, training, and succession planning as the function evolvesIdentify process, automation, and technology improvements to enhance team effectivenessFederal and State Tax ComplianceOversee preparation and review of federal partnership, state income and franchise tax returns, extensions, estimates, and related filingsEnsure timely, accurate compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirementsCoordinate tax data collection and information requests across the organizationMonitor tax law and regulatory developments and assess business impactImplement process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracyTax Planning and Business AdvisoryEvaluate the federal and state tax implications of business initiatives, operational changes, restructurings, and strategic transactionsIdentify opportunities to improve tax efficiency while appropriately managing riskSupport state tax planning initiatives, including apportionment, nexus, credits and incentives, and other strategic mattersProvide practical tax guidance to business stakeholders and finance leadershipCollaborate with international tax and transfer pricing teams on matters affecting the Company’s U.S. tax positionTax Controversy and Risk ManagementLead federal, state, and local tax audits, examinations, and inquiriesCoordinate responses to taxing authorities and external advisorsMaintain supporting documentation for tax positions and ensure audit readinessIdentify, assess, and proactively manage tax risks across the organizationGlobal Tax Reporting and Cross-Functional SupportSupport global tax reporting processes through the review of foreign tax provisions and related tax reporting informationPartner with international tax team members and external advisors to ensure the accuracy and completeness of tax reporting dataAssist with tax-related financial reporting requirements and special projects as neededSupport tax technology initiatives and process transformation efforts, including ongoing enhancements to tax systems and reporting processesProcess Improvement and Tax TechnologyDrive continuous improvement of tax processes, controls, and documentationIdentify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to improve efficiency and reduce riskSupport implementation and optimization of tax technology solutions, including ONESOURCE and related tax systemsDevelop scalable processes that support the Company’s continued growth and evolving tax needsKeep all sensitive matters confidentialOther duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of partnership taxation, including Form 1065 compliance requirementsStrong technical knowledge of multi-state income and franchise tax mattersAbility to effectively manage external tax advisors and service providers to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely deliveryStrong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholdersAbility to operate effectively within a multinational corporate environmentWorking knowledge of tax planning, controversy, and business advisory principles and practicesProficiency with tax reporting and provision concepts, including the review of foreign tax provisionsProficiency with tax technology platforms, including ONESOURCE or similar systemsAbility to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment requiring strong individual ownership, prioritization, and accountabilityEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or related field required CPA, MST, JD, LL.M in Taxation or other advanced tax credential or degree preferredSeven (7) to Ten (10) years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate taxTravel RequirementThe location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY0% to 10%; domestic and/or globalThe salary range for this posted position is $110,000 - $125,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation will fall within this range and is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering competitive compensation, a generous PTO policy, along with world-class benefits designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth.As an employee, you'll enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!#LI-Onsite #LIOnsite #LI Onsite