Senior Tax Manager

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced tax leader to develop global tax strategies and manage compliance across jurisdictions from Austin, TX. You will oversee corporate tax accounting, indirect taxes, and tax provisions, collaborating with Finance, Legal, and Operations to optimize the company’s effective tax rate.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in corporate tax, strong knowledge of ASC 740 and IAS 12, and proficiency with Netsuite and Avalara.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of corporate tax accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of international, federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Experience with Avalara and Netsuite.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax strategies to optimize the effective tax rate.
• Evaluate tax impacts of initiatives, reorganizations, and cross-border transactions.
• Provide guidance on U.S. international tax provisions and foreign regimes.
• Oversee tax return preparation across jurisdictions.
• Manage global indirect tax compliance including VAT, GST, and sales/use taxes.
• Coordinate with Legal, Treasury, HR, and Operations on tax matters.
• Lead ASC 740 and IAS 12 tax provisions and forecasts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Netsuite (ERP)

Avalara

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Develop and implement global tax strategies to optimize effective tax rate while ensuring compliance
Evaluate tax impacts of business initiatives, corporate reorganizations, acquisitions, and cross-border transactions
Provide technical guidance on U.S. international tax provisions and foreign tax regimes
Oversee U.S. federal, state, local, and foreign tax return preparation and review
Manage global indirect tax compliance, including VAT, GST, sales/use, and excise taxes
Ensure timely and accurate tax filings, estimated payments, and information reporting
Collaborate with the CAO on intercompany billing, royalties, and cost allocations
Lead the annual global income tax provision under ASC 740 and IAS 12
Manage uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and effective tax rate forecasting
Partner with external auditors on statutory and consolidated reporting
Monitor global tax legislative changes and assess company impacts
Manage tax audits, inquiries, and disputes across jurisdictions
Design and implement internal controls over tax processes
Coordinate with regional teams and partner with Legal, Treasury, HR, and Operations
Build and maintain relationships with external advisors and tax authorities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in corporate tax accounting
• Strong knowledge of international, federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations
• Experience with tax compliance software such as Avalara and ERP systems such as Netsuite
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including presenting complex tax issues to non-tax professionals

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing global tax strategies, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international tax laws, and managing tax audits and disputes. Proficient in tax compliance software and skilled in analytical problem-solving and effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Global Tax Strategy Development
• U.S. International Tax Provisions
• Tax Compliance Software (Avalara)
• Corporate Tax Accounting
• Analytical Problem-Solving

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Corporate Tax Accounting
• International Tax Laws
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Return Preparation
• Effective Tax Rate Forecasting
• Valuation Allowances
• Tax Audits ManagementInternal Controls Design
• Cross-Border Transactions
• Tax Legislative Monitoring

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication

Industry Keywords

• VAT
• GST
• Sales/Use Tax
• Excise Tax
• ASC 740
• IAS 12
• Intercompany Billing
• Cost Allocations
• Tax Authorities
• Statutory Reporting

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel
• ERP Systems (Netsuite)
• Tax Compliance Software (Avalara)