Indirect Tax Manager

Cook & Boardman Group•Winston-Salem, NC

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing sales and use tax, multi-state tax filings, and assisting with other related tax areas. This position requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in multi-state and sales & use tax, and is committed to meeting deadlines but able to pivot and prioritize as needed. This role reports to the Director of Tax & Treasury. This role is hybrid, and required to be onsite 3 days a week in our Winston Salem, NC office.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience in tax, including significant multi-state and sales and use tax experience
Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations, with particular depth in multi-state and sales and use tax.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA or advanced degree (e.g., MST, MBA) preferred.
prior experience leading a team preferred.
Experience owning or administering an indirect tax technology platform, preferably Avalara, and supporting tax configurations within an ERP system.
Utilize AI-driven tools and workflows to streamline processes, automate tasks, and improve overall performance.

Responsibilities

Lead the company’s indirect tax function, including multistate sales & use tax compliance, gross receipts taxes, and related business licenses.
Manage data collection and preparation to ensure accurate and timely filing of state & local sales & use tax returns, including oversight of registrations, tax notices, account maintenance, and external service providers.
Work with outside firms for the preparation and filing of all tax returns, including federal, state, and local income taxes, sales and use taxes, and other business taxes.
Oversee the end-to-end transaction tax cycle ensuring proper remittance and reconciliation of sales & use tax accounts in the General Ledger.
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret state and local tax laws and translate technical conclusions into practical business guidance.
Ensure compliance with multi-state tax laws and regulations, including nexus determination and apportionment analysis.
Monitor nexus exposure and manage new state and local tax registrations as the company grows organically and through acquisitions.
Manage tax audits and inquiries from various tax authorities and provide support in tax controversy matters.
Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and optimize tax benefits in conjunction with our outside firm.
Provide tax due diligence support for acquisitions, identifying tax exposures and integration requirements ahead of close.
Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments and analyze their impact on the company's operations and financial position.
Develop and implement processes and controls to ensure compliance with sales and use tax regulations.
Own the collection, validation, and audit-readiness of sales and use tax exemption certificates across customers and jurisdictions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address sales and use tax implications of business transactions and initiatives.
Provide guidance and training to the finance team and other departments on sales and use tax matters.
Collaborate with other departments, including accounting, legal, and operations, to ensure effective integration of tax considerations into business processes and decision-making.
Communicate complex tax matters effectively to senior management and other stakeholders.
Other relative duties as assigned