Tax Manager

Nammo Defense Systems Inc., a defense contractor, manufactures and supports shoulder-fired systems; energetic material solutions such as aircraft emergency escape systems, actuation devices, rocket motors, warheads, medium & large caliber ammunitions, mortar ammunition; and composite solutions including carbon fiber tubes and composite aero-structures.

How you will be awarded as a Tax Manager

• Competitive Salary

• Monday-Thursday work week working four 10-hour days

• Off on Fridays

• Generous paid time off and Holiday Pay

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• 401(K), employee assistance programs, health savings account

JOB OVERVIEW

The Tax Manager operates within Nammo's U.S. Shared Services organization and owns the full tax compliance function and fixed asset accounting program across all U.S. legal entities within the Nammo Group. This is a high-impact role for a motivated tax professional who will serve as the internal subject matter expert for all federal, state, and local tax matters across a multi-state, multi-entity, government contracting environment. In addition to managing a comprehensive tax compliance calendar, this individual will own the fixed asset register, oversee depreciation schedules, and work directly with external tax partners to position the organization for optimal tax outcomes. The role carries significant autonomy and is well suited for a professional who brings both technical depth and a proactive approach to compliance and planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Compliance

• Prepare, file, and reconcile sales and use tax returns across all applicable states and entities on a monthly and quarterly basis.

• Prepare and file Business and Occupation tax returns across all applicable jurisdictions.

• Prepare and file excise tax returns and monitor applicable sale triggers across all entities.

• Prepare and file personal property tax returns for all applicable entities in accordance with state deadlines.

• Compile income tax data and supporting schedules to support the external tax firm in preparing federal and state income tax filings and the annual deferred tax provision.

• Calculate and execute quarterly estimated income tax payments across all applicable entities.

• Prepare and distribute year-end Form 1099 series reports for all applicable entities in accordance with IRS deadlines and vendor verification protocols.

• File annual Workers' Compensation reports and other recurring state regulatory filings as required.

• Monitor economic nexus thresholds across all entities and manage state registration requirements as they are triggered.

• Manage the sales tax exemption certificate program including requesting, reviewing, uploading, and validating certificates.

• Manage business license and general tax registration renewals across all applicable jurisdictions.

• Coordinate the execution of all government and tax-related payments with the banking team.

• Respond independently to notices, correspondence, and inquiries from taxing authorities across all jurisdictions.

• Manage unclaimed property compliance filings for all applicable entities.

• Partner with the external tax firm to proactively identify planning opportunities and support the company in achieving the strongest possible tax position.

• Support transfer pricing documentation and income tax coordination at a senior level.

• Respond to government surveys and other regulatory information requests.

• Develop and maintain internal tax controls, compliance calendars, and process documentation.

Fixed Assets

• Own and maintain the fixed asset register across all applicable entities, tracking acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation schedules.

• Determine and post monthly depreciation across all applicable entities.

• Evaluate Construction-in-Progress project completion and execute reclassifications to fixed assets with supporting journal entries.

• Maintain and update the depreciation forecast on a monthly basis.

• Monitor capital expenditure project status across applicable entities and coordinate follow-up as needed.

• Manage Capital Expenditure Request input and processing for applicable entities.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.

• Minimum 5-7 years of tax compliance experience, preferably within a public accounting firm or a large corporate tax department.

• Multi-state sales and use tax compliance experience.

• Experience with fixed asset accounting including capitalization, depreciation, and Construction-in-Progress management.

• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with tax compliance software; familiarity with Avalara or a similar platform is strongly preferred.

Preferred:

• CPA license or active CPA candidacy strongly preferred.

• Experience in defense, manufacturing, or government contracting environments.

• ERP system experience; familiarity with Costpoint or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.

COMPETENCIES

• Deep technical knowledge of tax compliance with a commitment to staying current on regulatory and legislative changes.

• Highly organized and self-directed with the ability to manage a complex, multi-entity compliance calendar independently.

• Proactive mindset that moves beyond compliance execution to identify planning opportunities and add strategic value.

• Strong communicator able to present complex tax matters clearly to non-tax audiences including senior leadership.

• Collaborative team player who builds productive relationships with internal colleagues and external advisors.

• High professional standards and sound judgment when handling sensitive regulatory and financial matters.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time on-site position, Mesa, AZ.

• This position may require travel on an as-needed basis.

• This position may require working in diverse settings and conditions.

Note: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations, applicants selected for employment must show proof of U.S. Person status before employment may begin.