Manager State and Local Tax Indirect Taxes

Emerson•Clayton, MO

4d•$117,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, State and Local Tax – Indirect Taxes leads state and local sales/use and property tax compliance and administration across multiple businesses. The role oversees timely and accurate tax filings and payments, manages audits and tax issues, advises operating business units, and supports the company’s state and local tax strategy through process improvement, automation, and risk management. The position also coordinates with internal teams, outside consultants, tax authorities, and leadership; supports acquisition and divestiture due diligence; leads tax training and system testing; and guides staff development. The role is based in St. Louis, Missouri, or Eden Prairie, Minnesota, with a hybrid work designation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of 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 returns 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 to operating business units regarding sales/use and property tax issues.
Monitor pending industry changes, trends, and best practices; assess their potential impact on organizational processes and communicate relevant changes to impacted company leadership groups.
Serve as the Tax Department liaison to outside consultants engaged to identify sales/use and property tax savings opportunities.
Provide direction and support to the tax team in transforming data and automating sales/use and property tax compliance processes.
Assist with due diligence for prospective acquisition targets and 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 support the development and motivation of staff.