Tax Manager

LV Petroleum•Las Vegas, NV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing indirect tax compliance across multiple states and jurisdictions, leading a team of tax professionals, and partnering with the Tax Director on strategic initiatives. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with supervisory accountability to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient tax operations. This position carries direct supervisory responsibility for tax staff and is accountable for team performance, development, and day-to-day management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
3+ years of progressive experience in tax compliance, with a focus on indirect/sales and use tax
Strong knowledge of multi-state sales, use, and excise tax law and regulations
Proficiency with tax software (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, or similar) and ERP systems
Advanced Excel skills; experience with data extraction and reporting tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
3+ years of hands-on sales, use, and excise tax experience (required)
Strong knowledge of multi-jurisdiction tax regulations (especially in retail, fuel, and hospitality)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax research tools
Experience with tax compliance, reporting, and financial data analysis
Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or CPA preferred
Prior supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred
Prior experience in retail, fuel, travel centers, or multi-location environments is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Directly supervise, mentor, and develop tax team members, including Tax Analysts and Tax Associates
Conduct regular one-on-ones, set performance goals, and deliver formal performance reviews
Review and approve work product prepared by direct reports, including tax returns, reconciliations, and research memos, prior to submission or escalation
Manage workload distribution across the team to ensure deadlines are met and resources are appropriately utilized
Identify training needs and support the professional development of team members
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance management processes as needed
Prepare, review, and file sales, use, and excise tax returns across multiple states and jurisdictions
Ensure all filings are accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines
Oversee the maintenance and regular updating of the tax calendar, tax database, and compliance tracking systems
Conduct tax research and interpret federal, state, and local regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
Identify tax savings opportunities and planning strategies; present findings and recommendations to the Tax Director
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization's tax positions
Extract, validate, and analyze financial data from various systems (ERP, billing, accounting) to support accurate tax calculations and reporting
Develop and maintain reports and dashboards that provide visibility into tax compliance status and exposures
Identify, design, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and improve accuracy across the tax function
Leverage technology and automation tools to streamline compliance workflows
Lead or assist with special tax projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the Tax Director
Serve as a subject matter resource for cross-functional teams on indirect tax matters
Support audit responses, notices, and correspondence from taxing authorities