Indirect Tax Manager – Houston

A fast-paced, multi-entity company in the manufacturing and distribution space is seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to lead and optimize all aspects of indirect tax compliance and strategy. This is a high-impact role with a focus on multi-state taxes, tax automation systems, audit oversight, and cross-functional collaboration.

About the Company and Opportunity:

  • Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a typical 40-hour workweek outside of quarter close, allowing you to maintain a healthy equilibrium between your professional and personal life.
  • Amazing culture! – close-knit team that fosters a family-oriented atmosphere, even within the framework of a large corporation.
  • Community Engagement: Make a positive impact beyond your daily tasks by participating in various community initiatives and volunteer opportunities. Our client is dedicated to giving back to the communities it serves.
  • Company Growth: this role is open due to the company rapidly growing!

What You’ll Do as the Indirect Tax Manager

  • Lead all compliance activities for indirect taxes including sales & use, gross receipts, B&O, and property tax
  • Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and filings for multiple legal entities across multiple states
  • Research tax regulations, advise on business initiatives, and identify recovery or savings opportunities
  • Manage tax audits, including data collection and communication with auditors or third-party advisors
  • Own the implementation, maintenance, and accuracy of tax automation systems (e.g., Vertex, SAP)
  • Collaborate with IT, finance, and operations to ensure system alignment with tax requirements
  • Train and develop internal tax staff; deliver tax training across departments as needed
  • Conduct M&A tax due diligence and support integration efforts
  • Drive process improvements and identify automation opportunities across tax operations
  • Serve as the go-to subject matter expert on indirect tax matters across the organization
  • Provide regular updates to leadership on project progress, risks, and key insights

Ideal Background of the Indirect Tax Manager

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
  • CPA or CMI Sales Tax designation (preferred)
  • 8+ years of indirect tax experience, preferably within public accounting or a multi-entity company
  • Strong working knowledge of state and local tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions
  • Proficient in tax research tools (CCH, TTR), and tax technology systems (Vertex O Series, SAP, etc.)

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