Manager State and Local Tax Indirect Taxes

Emerson•Clayton, MO

1d•$112,200 - $163,000•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is seeking a Manager, State and Local Tax – Indirect Taxes to lead sales/use and property tax administration across multiple businesses and contribute to the company’s state and local tax strategy. The position oversees compliance, audits, research, risk management, process improvements, and tax-related systems work, while partnering with operating teams, leadership, consultants, and taxing authorities. The role is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, or St. Louis, Missouri, and includes a direct report, staff development, and career guidance responsibilities. The manager will support accurate and timely tax filings and payments, advise operating business units on tax matters, monitor industry developments, identify savings opportunities, and assist with acquisition or divestiture due diligence. The role also leads sales tax training and coordinates testing for Oracle and Vertex patches, enhancements, and upgrades. Emerson describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and focused on innovation and employee development. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, flexible time off, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave. The stated annual salary range is $112,200–$163,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Arts degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
6–8 years of experience in the state and local tax department of a multi-state company or at a major accounting firm.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Tax.
CPA or CMI.

Responsibilities

Review and lead state and local sales/use tax return compliance for multiple businesses, ensuring timely and accurate filing.
Plan and coordinate personal property tax return filings for plant facilities and sales offices in assigned states, and ensure timely payment of real and personal property taxes.
Handle and oversee sales/use and property tax audits, working with division personnel and taxing authorities to achieve the lowest permissible tax liability; this may include research, protests, and appeals before administrative and judicial authorities.
Provide legal research, consultation, and opinions on sales/use and property tax issues to operating business units.
Monitor pending industry changes, trends, and best practices; assess their potential impact on organizational processes and communicate relevant changes to affected leadership groups.
Act as Tax Department liaison to outside consultants engaged to identify sales/use and property tax savings opportunities.
Direct and support the tax team in transforming data and automating sales/use and property tax compliance processes.
Assist with due diligence for prospective acquisitions or divestitures.
Prepare and provide sales tax training presentations for operating personnel.
Lead coordination of system testing related to Oracle and Vertex patches, enhancements, and upgrades.
Provide leadership and career guidance to develop and motivate staff.
Manage a position with a direct report.