Senior Multi-State Sales & Use Tax Manager

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Senior Multi-State Sales & Use Tax Manager to oversee compliance across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.

The role focuses on tax planning, automation, and audit defense while partnering with internal teams to support business initiatives and minimize risk. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of multi-state tax regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex issues in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in sales and use tax.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state sales and use tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing state and local tax audits.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and tax research tools.
• Experience with Vertex, Maximo and Coupa or similar applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review proper tax treatment for sales and use taxes including review of vendor and self-assessed taxes.
• Preparation of tax accrual adjusting entries.
• Oversee exemption certificate collection, validation, and maintenance processes.
• Monitor nexus activities and evaluate registration requirements across jurisdictions.
• Review tax accruals and account reconciliations related to sales and use tax.
• Lead state and local sales and use tax audits from initial notification through resolution.
• Prepare audit responses, gather supporting documentation, and manage auditor relationships.
• Negotiate audit findings and settlement positions when appropriate.
• Track audit exposures and reserve requirements.
• Research and interpret state and local tax laws, regulations, and rulings.
• Analyze the tax implications of new products, services, business models, acquisitions, and operational changes.
• Identify and implement tax-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Provide recommendations on taxability determinations and exemption eligibility.
• Manage and optimize indirect tax systems and automation tools (e.g., Vertex, Maximo, Coupa).
• Develop and maintain tax procedures, controls, and documentation.
• Partner with IT and finance teams on system implementations and enhancements, including utilization of AI to prepare exemption certificates.
• Leverage data analytics to improve compliance accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary sales and use tax resource for finance, procurement, accounts payable, accounts receivable, supply chain, legal, and commercial teams.
• Provide guidance on tax impacts related to contracts, transactions, and operational decisions.
• Support business growth initiatives while ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws.
• Monitor changes in state and local tax laws and assess impacts on business operations.
• Lead implementation efforts for tax law changes and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate developments and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Mentor sales and use tax team members, as applicable.
• Establish team goals, performance metrics, and development plans.
• Support departmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

Tools

Vertex

Maximo

Coupa

Excel

Job description

ADM is seeking a Senior Multi-State Sales & Use Tax Manager to oversee compliance across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.

The role focuses on tax planning, automation, and audit defense while partnering with internal teams to support business initiatives and minimize risk. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of multi-state tax regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex issues in a fast-paced environment.