Indirect Tax Manager (Temp-to-Hire)

SOLV Energy•San Diego, CA

3d•$65 - $86•Remote

About The Position

This role will begin as a contingent position with the potential to transition to a permanent position. The Indirect Tax Manager will manage the sales and use and property tax compliance process and assist in all aspects of planning and sales tax audit matters for indirect taxes. This is a unique role that partners with corporate and business unit teams during the estimating, contracting, and invoicing processes and is considered an essential strategic contributor to the business. This position will be fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Requirements

B.S in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or Law (MS, JD, or CPA preferred)
10+ years of indirect tax experience, ideally within construction, engineering, or renewables
Strong knowledge of construction-specific tax issues (e.g., mixed supplies, cost-plus contracts, subcontractor taxation)
Experience handling indirect tax audits and working with tax authorities
Familiarity with ERP systems
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret complex construction contracts and translate them into correct tax treatment
Excellent and timely communication and stakeholder management skills
Customer service approach to internal stakeholders and external project owners
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple competing project priorities with frequent communication/updates
Proactive and self-motivated work ethic and can operate independently and within a team with minimal supervision
Strategic, commercial mindset with a focus on risk management and value creation
Adaptability to change and shifting priorities
Ability to effectively explain tax technical concepts to non-tax teams

Responsibilities

Support the preparation, review, and timely filing of indirect tax returns (sales & use tax, withholding taxes related to indirect tax, property taxes, etc.)
Ensure correct tax treatment of construction contracts, including long-term contracts, percentage of completion billing, advance payments/deposits, and change orders
Monitor compliance across multiple jurisdictions, sites, and project entities
Maintain accurate indirect tax accounting and reconciliations
Advise project, procurement, and commercial teams on indirect tax implications of construction contracts, operation & maintenance agreements, and subcontracting arrangements
Review contract language for appropriate sales tax treatment and ensure appropriate protections based on tax responsibilities of the parties
Assist in validating data and proper calculation and collection of sales tax in all states utilizing third-party tools such as Avalara
Review project estimates for sales and use tax implications
Analyze state and local taxability by project and contract
Perform tax technical research related to sales and use tax and other indirect tax matters
Document tax research, analysis and conclusions
Effectively communicate tax positions to business and operations teams
Develop internal tax policy documents
Manage indirect tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, as assigned
Identify, assess, and mitigate indirect tax risks related to construction projects
Implement internal controls and processes to ensure consistent tax treatment across projects
Improve sales and use tax determination and accrual processes within ERP and procurement systems
Maintain exemption certificate management processes and documentation
Support implementation and optimization of tax engines (e.g., Vertex, Avalara) where applicable
Build automation and digitalization tools where possible
Train and support finance, procurement, and project teams on indirect tax awareness and compliance
Collaborate closely with finance, legal, and operations teams
Timely and responsive communications with stakeholders