Tax Manager

Vertiv•Westerville, OH

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to join our dynamic finance team. The Indirect Tax Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, Canadian VAT, and other non-income / transaction taxes across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of sales and use tax regulations, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in ensuring compliance with tax laws. In this role, you will play a key part in optimizing our tax processes, managing audits, and providing strategic guidance to minimize tax liabilities. The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Customer Focus Operational Excellence High-Performance Culture Innovation Financial Strength OUR BEHAVIORS Own It Act With Urgency Foster a Customer-First Mindset Think Big and Execute Lead by Example Drive Continuous Improvement Learn and Seek Out Development At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected] [[email protected]]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Requirements

5-10 years of experience in a tax position, either in public accounting or industry.
Experience with state and local sales tax laws and regulations.
Excellent communication and analytic abilities, with a proven track record of working effectively in a team and implementing process solutions with objective, measurable results.
Strong MS Excel and Word skills are essential.
Excellent organization skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

CPA License or progress toward licensure a plus.
Experience with tax research software (e.g. BNA) is a plus
Experience with Vertex and Oracle (or similar ERP system) is a plus

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough reviews of sales and use tax processes to ensure compliance with state and local regulations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement tax strategies and optimize financial outcomes.
Review indirect tax account reconciliations, including identifying and resolving incorrect tax posting.
Work with data/technology teams on tools to enhance reconciliations and data completeness as well as process improvements.
Review monthly indirect tax journal entries.
Maintain, enhance, monitor, and document controls and processes within the U.S. indirect tax function, including Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) key controls.
Review and document process gaps as they relate to the indirect tax function.
Identify and evaluate issues, efficiencies and opportunities related to indirect taxes.
Manage and Review U.S. indirect tax filings, as needed.
Manage state sales and use tax audits.
Manage the preparation and review of Monthly Canadian (GST/PST/QST) tax returns.
Periodic Indirect Canadian tax recovery reviews.
Assists in other tax projects and workstreams in the non-income tax area as assigned.