Sales/Use Tax Manager - $150K ++

Henderson Harbor Group; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting firm in Springfield, Missouri, is looking for a Sales & Use Tax Manager to lead compliance efforts across multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities include managing sales tax audits, mentoring junior staff, and advising on operational tax issues. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree related to Accounting or Finance, and have 6+ years of relevant tax experience. This full-time role offers a salary of $110,000 to $150,000 with various benefits, including medical and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive indirect tax experience with a focus on U.S. sales and use tax.
• In-depth knowledge of multi-state sales tax rules, including nexus and audit procedures.
• Experience supporting audits and working with state/local tax authorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of U.S. sales and use tax compliance.
• Oversee nexus determinations and taxability analyses.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on sales and use tax matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Sales tax knowledge

Independence in a fast-paced environment

Education

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

CPA, JD, or MST

Tools

Avalara

Vertex

Job description

Pay Range

Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Job Overview

The Sales & Use Tax Manager will lead and manage the sales and use tax function, ensuring compliance while identifying planning opportunities and mitigating risk across multi‑state operations. This role partners closely with finance, legal, operations, and external advisors to support business growth, transactions, and evolving regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of U.S. sales and use tax compliance, including return preparation, review, filings, and payments across multiple jurisdictions
• Oversee nexus determinations, taxability analyses, exemption certificate management, and audit defense activities
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on sales and use tax matters, advising internal stakeholders on transactional and operational tax issues
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business; implement process and system changes as needed
• Lead sales tax audits, including data gathering, issue resolution, and interaction with taxing authorities
• Partner with IT and finance teams to enhance sales tax automation, systems integrations, and data accuracy
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce exposure, and enhance efficiency through planning and technology
• Manage and mentor junior tax staff and coordinate with external advisors and service providers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, JD, or MST strongly preferred
• 6+ years of progressive indirect tax experience with a strong focus on U.S. sales and use tax
• In-depth knowledge of multi‑state sales tax rules, including nexus, sourcing, exemptions, and audit procedures
• Experience supporting audits and interacting directly with state and local taxing authorities
• Familiarity with sales tax automation tools (e.g., Avalara, Vertex, or similar platforms)
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Disability insurance