Sr. Manager of Tax Accounting

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3d•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Sr. Manager of Tax Accounting is responsible for leading the Company's tax compliance, reporting, and governance activities. Serving as the primary tax authority, this role acts as the main liaison between the organization and external tax advisors, auditors, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance / Chief Financial Officer, you will execute daily tax operations while providing strategic guidance on business growth and organizational structure. As a sole contributor initially, this role offers the unique opportunity to build and scale a dedicated tax team as the organization expands. The Sr. Manager partners across the organization to ensure tax compliance, manage risk, and support informed business decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of progressive experience in corporate taxation, public accounting, or a combination of both
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax compliance
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with auditors, attorneys, tax advisors, and executive leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent project management and organizational abilities
Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel
Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced and complex environment and maintain a sense of urgency
Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with cross-functional coworkers
Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, and experience

Nice To Haves

CPA
Master’s in taxation or related advanced degree
Experience supporting private equity-backed or multi-entity organizations
Experience managing multi-state tax compliance and audits is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own, update, and execute the annual corporate tax compliance calendar
Coordinate and oversee federal, state, and local tax filings
Manage quarterly tax estimates and tax payments
Respond to federal, state, and local tax notices
Coordinate and manage federal and state tax audits
Ensure timely completion of all tax compliance and reporting requirements
Review tax-related language in commercial contracts to mitigate organizational risk
Maintain and update sales/gross receipts taxability matrices across all entities and jurisdictions
Serve as the primary point of contact for external tax advisors, financial statement auditors, payroll tax providers, and other third-party service providers
Coordinate information requests and facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external professionals
Evaluate the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of work performed by external tax service providers and recommend process improvements as needed
Evaluate tax implications of new business initiatives, organizational changes, and corporate structure decisions
Provide leadership with insight into tax risks, opportunities, and planning strategies
Participate in discussions regarding legal entity structure and related tax considerations
Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate potential business impacts
Develop responses to taxing authorities and regulatory inquiries
Identify and mitigate tax-related risks
Recommend improvements to tax processes and internal controls
Communicate tax strategies and liabilities effectively with executive leadership, investors, private equity partners, and professional advisors
Translate complex tax and accounting concepts into practical, actionable business recommendations
Support strategic financial initiatives by evaluating tax implications and compliance requirements
Establish performance standards and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals
Execute supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures