Sr. Manager, Tax

Renuity•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sr. Manager, Tax to join our accounting team. This is a high-impact, hands-on role responsible for building and managing the Company's tax function. The Sr. Manager, Tax will lead the strategic transition of income tax compliance in-house, oversee our indirect tax compliance partnership, support the financial close process, and serve as the primary tax resource for management and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and brings both technical depth and a collaborative mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
5+ years of progressive tax experience, public accounting or industry
Hands-on experience with federal and multi-state income tax compliance
Proficiency in ASC 740 tax accounting and preparation of income tax provisions
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-growth or private equity-backed company environment
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Acumatica) and tax compliance software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex)
Prior experience building or transitioning a tax function in-house a plus
Working knowledge of indirect taxes (sales & use, personal property tax) a plus
Experience managing third-party compliance relationships
Master's degree in Taxation or related field a plus

Responsibilities

Assess current state of income tax compliance and develop a transition roadmap from outsourced to in-house ownership
Prepare and file federal, state, and local income tax returns, including estimated tax payments and extension filings
Scope, Evaluate, and Implement income tax filing software
Build and maintain a tax compliance calendar to ensure all filing deadlines are met
Establish internal controls and documentation standards for the income tax function
Coordinate with external advisors during the transition period and manage handoff of all workpapers and prior-year files
Monitor changes in tax law and assess impact on the Company's compliance obligations
Serve as the primary internal liaison for our indirect tax compliance engagement, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and cost efficiency of the relationship.
Manage the day-to-day relationship with Big 4 partners for sales & use tax and other indirect tax compliance
Coordinate data gathering and delivery of transactional data required for filings
Review indirect tax returns prepared by Big 4 partners prior to filing to ensure accuracy and completeness
Monitor and reconcile indirect tax accounts and resolve notices or inquiries in collaboration with external compliance partners
Evaluate the scope and cost-effectiveness of the external compliance engagement on an ongoing basis and recommend adjustments as needed
Track nexus exposure and advise on registration requirements as the Company expands into new jurisdictions
Play an integral role in the monthly financial close process by preparing and reviewing all tax related accounting entries.
Prepare annual tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740
Record and reconcile current and deferred tax balances on the balance sheet
Prepare all tax-related journal entries, including income tax expense, indirect tax accruals, and tax payments
Maintain and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner
Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure proper cutoff and accuracy of tax accounts during close
Support year-end audit requests related to tax positions and disclosures
Act as the Company's internal tax subject matter expert, providing timely, practical guidance to leadership and cross-functional teams.
Respond to tax-related inquiries from senior management, FP&A, Legal, and Operations
Advise on the tax implications of business decisions, including new product offerings, entity structure changes, and M&A activity
Research and document tax positions on complex or novel issues, providing clear, actionable recommendations
Support special projects as directed by the Corporate Controller or CFO