Indirect Tax Manager

Brewer Morris; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with employer contributions

Paid time off, holidays, and paid family leave

Life, disability, and supplemental insurance

Learning and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Brewer Morris in Dallas, Texas, is seeking an Indirect Tax Manager to oversee U.S. indirect tax compliance, governance, and risk management. This role requires strong technical and communication skills, allowing the candidate to influence cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years of experience, preferably with service-based business models. A competitive salary between $140,000–$165,000 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of U.S. indirect tax experience.
• Experience with service-based, field-based, or project-driven business models.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise tax engines and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee U.S. indirect tax compliance and risk management.
• Manage sales and use tax compliance across jurisdictions.
• Lead state and local audit engagements.

Skills

U.S. indirect tax experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Understanding of tax controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field

Tools

Enterprise tax engine

ERP systems

Job description

The Indirect Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing U.S. indirect tax and property tax compliance, governance, technology, and risk management for a business that combines project-based work and recurring service operations. This individual contributor role requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, Sales, Service Operations, IT, and Legal.

The ideal candidate thrives in a complex environment, manages competing priorities, and drives scalable, system-based tax solutions.

Indirect Tax Compliance

• Manage end-to-end sales and use tax compliance across state, city, and county jurisdictions.
• Oversee tax obligations related to project installations, modernization work, maintenance, repairs, parts, service agreements, and digital transactions.
• Review and approve monthly and periodic return filings.
• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations of indirect tax accounts and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate tax treatment for bundled offerings, mixed supplies, contract billing, and multijurisdictional service delivery.

Property Tax

• Review personal property tax filings and ensure compliance across relevant jurisdictions.
• Lead efforts to modernize filing processes, transitioning from manual to electronic systems.
• Strengthen documentation, retention, and internal controls related to property tax.
• Serve as the primary owner of the enterprise tax engine, including configuration, updates, and testing.
• Support ERP and billing system integrations impacting tax calculation.
• Manage external technology partners and oversee issue resolution.
• Recommend enhancements to systems and processes to improve accuracy and compliance.

Exemptions, Refunds & Reverse Audits

• Oversee exemption certificate collection, validation, and governance.
• Identify refund opportunities and lead reverse audit efforts.
• Serve as a point of contact for customer and vendor tax-related inquiries.

Audits & Controversy

• Lead state and local audit engagements, from initial data gathering through negotiation and resolution.
• Coordinate responses to tax authority requests and internal stakeholder needs.
• Conduct root-cause analysis of findings and implement corrective actions.

Monitoring, Advisory & Planning

• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess business impact.
• Provide practical guidance on tax implications for new services, pricing models, and contract structures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, tax efficiency, and risk mitigation.

Governance, Controls & Training

• Maintain and enhance internal controls for indirect and property tax.
• Develop monitoring procedures, documentation standards, and compliance controls.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams to promote consistent tax application.

1099 Oversight

• Oversee and review 1099 reporting processes executed by Finance.
• Ensure accuracy, timely filing, and clear process ownership.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of U.S. indirect tax experience (sales and use tax).
• Experience supporting service-based, field-based, or project-driven business models.
• Hands-on experience with an enterprise tax engine and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of tax controls, risk management, and operational tax processes.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.

Preferred

• Property tax experience.
• CPA, JD, MST, or other advanced credential.
• Experience leading audits and driving system-based tax solutions.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High degree of ownership, accountability, and independence.
• Ability to simplify complex tax issues for non-tax stakeholders.
• Effective communication, both written and verbal.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage tight and shifting deadlines.
• Continuous improvement and change management mindset.
• Hybrid work model available across multiple U.S. regional offices.
• Occasional travel for audits, projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Competitive base salary range $140,000–$165,000, depending on experience and location.
• Annual bonus opportunity, approximately 15% target, based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off, holidays, and paid family leave
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance offerings
• Well-being, EAP, and mental health resources
• Learning and professional development opportunities

Brewer Morris is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to providing a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.