Indirect Tax Team Lead

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking an Indirect Tax Team Lead responsible for overseeing indirect tax compliance, systems, and governance processes for Mortenson and its entities. The position partners closely with Finance Operations, Legal, ITS, and external advisors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant indirect tax outcomes while supporting scalable business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• Minimum seven years related experience in business tax compliance
• Previous experience in multi-state tax compliance
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform in a fast paced, changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Positive, professional attitude and excellent customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build successful business relationships across the company
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in construction and real estate industries preferred
• Previous experience with Vertex O Series and Oracle preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and filing of indirect tax returns monthly
• Research indirect tax requirements for new activities and entities
• Determine personal property tax requirements and review renditions in various tax jurisdictions
• Review tax inquiries and lead exemption certificate management
• Manage tax calendar, matrices, tax rates, and general ledger account reconciliations
• Review of Vertex calculations, optimize configuration of system with technology partners
• Develop and improve indirect tax procedures
• Manage sales, use, excise, and property tax audits
• Manage resolution of sales, use, excise, and property tax notices from state and local tax authorities

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior