Tax Manage

Pelican•Torrance, CA

About The Position

Pelican Products, Inc. is hiring a Tax Manager in Torrance, California, to oversee domestic and international tax compliance, reporting, and planning. The role helps shape tax strategies, identify savings opportunities, and support the company’s global operations in partnership with leadership and external tax advisors. The Tax Manager oversees U.S. federal and state corporate tax compliance and returns, estimated payments and extensions, ASC 740 tax provisions, other tax obligations, audits, tax planning, and budgeting. The role also oversees international tax returns, transfer pricing, VAT compliance, and international tax inquiries and audits. It analyzes financial data, researches tax rules and opportunities, presents recommendations to senior management, partners with Finance and other departments, and maintains tax software and processes. The position also sets goals, monitors performance, and supports team members’ professional development while promoting compliance, accountability, and ethical decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns and researching tax issues.
Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state corporate taxation.
Knowledge of corporate tax reporting, compliance, and tax planning.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

Oversee U.S. federal and state corporate income tax compliance, including preparation and review of tax returns.
Prepare and review quarterly and annual estimated tax payments and extensions.
Manage ASC 740 tax provisions, reporting, and compliance, including uncertain tax positions and unrecognized tax benefits.
Oversee sales and use tax, franchise tax, and other tax obligations.
Coordinate responses to federal and state tax audits, examinations, and inquiries.
Support tax budgeting and financial planning activities.
Develop domestic tax strategies with external tax advisors.
Evaluate existing and new business activities for compliance and tax-efficient approaches.
Oversee accurate and timely completion of international tax returns across applicable jurisdictions.
Monitor transfer pricing results, coordinate pricing adjustments, and support domestic and international transfer pricing studies.
Coordinate Value-Added Tax (VAT) compliance activities.
Manage responses to international tax notices, inquiries, and audits.
Analyze financial data to support tax returns, consolidated tax provisions, and financial reporting.
Research tax regulations and identify opportunities to reduce tax exposure and improve tax efficiency.
Present tax research, findings, and recommendations to senior management.
Partner with Finance, Accounting, and other departments to ensure consistent tax policies and accurate reporting.
Maintain tax software and support improvements to tax processes and systems.
Establish clear goals, monitor performance, and support team members’ professional development.
Promote compliance, accountability, and ethical decision-making across tax operations.

Benefits

Competitive paid time off plans, holiday pay, and extra vacation purchase opportunities.
401(k) plan with immediate match.
Several benefits options, including pet insurance.
Health Savings Account contribution.
Wellness Discount Program.
Global Mental Wellness Program.
Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.
Peer-to-Peer Recognition Program.
Service Recognition Program.
Employee discount program on Pelican Products, branded apparel, and gear.
Employee referral program with payment for referrals.
Ample free parking with an EV charging station.