Indirect Tax Manager

A well-established organization is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee multi-state sales and use tax compliance, reporting, and related tax initiatives. This position will serve as a key resource for interpreting complex tax regulations, ensuring accurate tax treatment across business operations, and strengthening internal processes and controls.

The ideal candidate brings significant sales and use tax experience, with the ability to navigate complex tax requirements, partner with cross-functional teams, and identify opportunities to improve compliance and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-state sales and use tax compliance, including preparation, review, and timely filing of required returns.
• Provide guidance on the appropriate tax treatment of business transactions, purchases, materials, equipment, and related expenditures.
• Evaluate tax implications throughout business operations, including purchasing, project setup, invoicing, and billing.
• Research and interpret state and local tax regulations to ensure compliance and support appropriate tax treatment.
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and other internal teams to resolve tax questions and ensure consistent application of tax policies.
• Manage sales and use tax exemptions, supporting documentation, and related compliance requirements.
• Support sales and use tax audits, including preparation of workpapers, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and evaluate their potential impact on business operations.
• Maintain accurate tax records, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure audit readiness.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Assist with tax-related accounting activities, including accruals, payments, and general ledger reconciliations as needed.
• Serve as an internal resource on sales and use tax matters and support additional tax initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5 years of progressive tax experience, with a significant focus on sales and use tax or state and local tax (SALT) compliance.
• Previous sales and use tax experience within the construction industry required.
• Experience managing multi-state sales and use tax filings, exemptions, compliance documentation, and audit-related activities.
• Ability to research and interpret state and local tax regulations and apply findings to business operations.
• Experience partnering with Accounting, Finance, and Operations to address tax considerations and improve processes.
• CPA, CMI, EA, or other relevant tax certification preferred.
• Exposure to tax accruals, general ledger accounting, or SOX compliance is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.

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