Tax Manager

the Lynden Family of Companies•SeaTac, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lynden Incorporated is seeking a Tax Manager to work as part of our SeaTac team. As Tax Manager, you will lead the Company’s federal, state, and indirect tax compliance and reporting processes, manage the annual income tax provision preparation, and ensure adherence to all applicable tax laws. This role also oversees Washington B&O and sales and use tax compliance and supports cross-functional teams with tax guidance on business operations and strategic decisions. This position is not safety sensitive. Who we are: Lynden is a family-owned transportation and logistics company that allows our customers to balance speed and budget by shipping via air, land, or sea. Our corporate office, home to 190 employees, supports 15 Lynden companies and over 2,500 employees. With a remarkable history of no layoffs in 40+ years, we offer you job stability in a rewarding career that will be an adventure!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, required
Minimum 5+ years of income tax compliance and financial reporting experience in a public accounting firm and/or corporate tax department
Strong technical knowledge of income tax accounting and related disclosures
Knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax laws
Excellent research, analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

CPA license, preferred
Experience with tax technology tools preferred (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI, Workday, Corptax)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the preparation, review, and filing of all federal and state income tax returns and estimated tax payments for the Company and its subsidiaries
Prepare and review the annual income tax provision, including preparation of the related tax financial statement footnotes, reconciliation of the taxes payable and deferred tax accounts
Maintain detailed knowledge of current U.S. federal and state tax legislation and assess its impact on the Company
Assist with Canadian cross-border tax issues as they arise
Manage various tax audits
Research complex tax issues and prepare supporting documentation, technical memos, and analyses to substantiate tax positions
Provide tax guidance on strategic, operational, and transactional matters
Assist with evaluating potential tax risks
Review Washington B&O and sales and use tax returns, ensuring accurate classification, proper taxability determinations, and full compliance with state regulations
Monitor and apply applicable exemptions, maintain documentation and workpapers, and stay current on changes to Washington tax laws and Department of Revenue guidance
Support internal teams and help manage state tax inquiries or audits to ensure consistent, compliant indirect tax processes
Partner with internal stakeholders—including finance, accounting, legal, and operations—to provide tax expertise and support business decisions
Assist in evaluating and implementing technology solutions and workflow automation to enhance tax compliance and reporting processes
Lead training initiatives to ensure the tax team is informed on process updates, system enhancements, and regulatory changes

Benefits

Competitive wages with annual wage reviews
Discretionary bonus program
Health Insurance – 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month
Health Insurance for your family – cover your entire family for medical, dental and vision for $222/month on our HDHP
Dental and Vision available with low employee payroll deduction
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Mental Health benefits including in-office visits and short-term virtual programs
Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year + additional paid extended leave. PTO days increase with years of service.
Paid Holidays - 8 paid holidays a year in addition to your PTO
401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution
Employee assistance program – at no cost to you
Life Insurance, long term disability and AD&D – at no cost to you
Tuition Reimbursement program
Mass transit reimbursement
Career advancement through internal promotions