Sales Tax Manager

Mesa Works LLC; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Training and development

Job summary

Mesa Works LLC is seeking a Sales Tax Manager to oversee multi-state, multi-entity sales tax compliance. You will report to the CFO and lead filings, registrations, nexus monitoring, and tax research while supporting the ERP integration between Oracle NetSuite and Avalara.

This role calls for strong analytical skills and practical problem solving to improve systems and processes. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of sales tax experience, a degree in accounting/finance, and familiarity with tax

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales tax experience across multi-state and multi-entity.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Experience with distribution, equipment sales, or service businesses preferred.
• Experience with tax automation software and sales tax audits preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sales tax, nexus, exemptions, and taxability.
• Strong accounting, research, and reconciliation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems.
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage deadlines and protect confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage accurate, timely sales tax filings and payments across all applicable entities and jurisdictions.
• Maintain tax registrations, compliance calendars, and exemption certificates.
• Monitor nexus requirements and tax law changes affecting the business.
• Review transaction taxability for proper sales and use tax treatment.
• Reconcile tax accounts and support month-end and year-end close.
• Manage audits, tax notices, refunds, and corrective actions with external advisors.
• Improve tax controls, system settings, and procedures; train employees as needed.
• Report compliance status updates and tax exposures to the CFO.
• Lead sales tax configuration and testing process as part of our ERP implementation project with Oracle NetSuite and Avalara.

Skills

Sales tax expertise

Regulatory compliance

Analytical reasoning

Communication

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

Tax automation software

Job description

Position Overview

Mechanical Sales is seeking a Sales Tax Manager to oversee sales tax compliance across our multi-state, multi-entity organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position is responsible for accurate and timely tax filings, performing sales tax research and drafting sales tax positions, managing audits, evaluating tax exposure, and establishing consistent processes across entities and locations.

This position will be a key contributor in our ERP implementation project leading the integration between Oracle NetSuite and Avalara, and performing robust testing prior to deployment. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with a practical approach to solving problems, improving systems, and supporting business operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage accurate, timely sales tax filings and payments across all applicable entities and jurisdictions
• Maintain tax registrations, compliance calendars, and exemption certificates
• Monitor nexus requirements and tax law changes affecting the business
• Review transaction taxability for proper sales and use tax treatment
• Reconcile tax accounts and support month-end and year-end close
• Manage audits, tax notices, refunds, and corrective actions with external advisors
• Improve tax controls, system settings, and procedures; train employees as needed
• Report compliance status updates and tax exposures to the CFO
• Lead sales tax configuration and testing process as part of our ERP implementation project with Oracle NetSuite and Avalara.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales tax experience, including multi-state and multi-entity compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience with distribution, equipment sales, or service businesses, preferred
• Experience with tax automation software and sales tax audits, preferred
• Strong knowledge of sales tax, nexus, exemptions, and taxability
• Strong accounting, research, and reconciliation skills
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and protect confidential information

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

The right person is someone who:

• Takes ownership of accuracy and deadlines
• Identifies issues early and recommends practical solutions
• Builds consistent processes across entities
• Explains tax requirements clearly and works well across departments
• Builds trust through responsiveness, accuracy, and follow-through

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive base pay and discretionary bonus programs
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurances
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Stable, family-oriented work environment

Company Overview

Mechanical Sales is an independent manufacturer’s representative and solutions provider specializing in commercial and industrial HVAC systems. Founded in 1967, we have over 50 years of experience supporting the engineering, construction, and facility management communities with advanced HVAC equipment and system expertise.

Mechanical Sales delivers a high-touch, relationship-driven service model built on collaboration and responsiveness. We partner closely with engineers, contractors, and owners throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring solutions are aligned, issues are addressed proactively, and projects stay on track.

With direct access to knowledgeable team members and continued support beyond the sale, we emphasize accountability, fast problem-solving and long-term customer partnerships, rather than transactional interactions.