Sales and Use Tax Manager

Confidential Jobs; Connecticut; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading firm in tax management is seeking a Sales and Use Tax Manager to oversee compliance, reporting, and strategic planning for sales and use taxes and property taxes. The role involves managing filings, audits, and developing strategies for tax optimization. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field and 5+ years of experience, with preferred qualifications including a CPA. The position offers an attractive salary range from $80,000 to $90,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in sales & use and/or property tax, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Experience managing audits and interacting with tax authorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, review, and filing of all sales and use tax returns.
• Conduct tax research to determine taxability of products and services.
• Collaborate with accounting, legal, and operational teams to implement tax policies and controls.

Skills

U.S. indirect tax laws

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tax software proficiency

Organization skills

Education

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

Master’s or CPA preferred

Tools

Tax software

ERP systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Position Summary

The Sales and Use Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing the compliance, reporting, and strategic planning for sales and use taxes, as well as business personal property taxes across multiple jurisdictions. This individual ensures timely filings, audits, and assessments are managed effectively, while developing strategies to optimize tax positions and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, review, and filing of all sales and use tax returns.
• Monitor sales tax nexus across states and ensure proper registration and compliance.
• Conduct tax research to determine taxability of products and services.
• Oversee audit defense and respond to state and local tax inquiries.
• Partner with business units to ensure correct tax treatment in billing and procurement systems.
• Maintain and update tax rate tables and exemption certificates.

Business Property Tax

• Oversee the preparation and filing of business personal property tax returns across all jurisdictions.
• Review fixed asset listings and reconcile to ensure accurate reporting.
• Respond to assessment notices and coordinate appeal processes as needed.
• Liaise with external consultants or local jurisdictions to ensure fair assessments.
• Track and manage property tax payments and accruals.

Cross-functional & Strategic Duties

• Provide tax planning strategies that minimize tax liabilities.
• Collaborate with accounting, legal, and operational teams to implement tax policies and controls.
• Ensure compliance with SOX/internal control requirements related to indirect taxes.
• Evaluate and improve automation opportunities for tax reporting.
• Keep current with changes in tax legislation and communicate impacts to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in sales & use and/or property tax, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. indirect tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Experience managing audits and interacting with tax authorities.
• Proficiency in tax software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in a leadership or management role.
• Knowledge of tax implications in SaaS, retail, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and work effectively across departments.

$80,000-90,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Software Development

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