Tax Manager – U.S. Sales Tax & International VAT

TQL•Cincinnati, OH

128d•Onsite

About The Position

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is seeking an accomplished and strategic Tax Manager to lead our indirect tax function across U.S. sales and use tax and international VAT. This role represents a unique opportunity to operate at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organization, delivering both technical excellence and strategic insights. This is more than a compliance position. It is a highly visible, high-impact role at the intersection of tax strategy, operational execution, and cross-functional collaboration. You will play a pivotal part in shaping processes, mitigating risk, and supporting the company’s continued growth trajectory, while gaining unparalleled exposure across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation
5–7 years of indirect tax experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. sales tax and international VAT/GST
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and communication skills

Nice To Haves

CPA or Master of Taxation
Experience in a high-growth or logistics environment
Experience with ERP systems or tax engines
Track record of driving process improvements

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end indirect tax compliance across U.S. and international jurisdictions
Partner with leadership to evaluate tax implications of new initiatives
Identify and implement process improvements for scalability and efficiency
Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders
Lead audits and manage relationships with tax authorities
Oversee tax system configuration and taxability mapping
Support financial close processes and tax reporting
Analyze large datasets to support decision-making