Senior Tax Manager

Southland Industries; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Annual bonus incentive

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks a Senior Tax Manager to build and scale the corporate tax function, acting as a trusted advisor to Finance and leadership. You will oversee a broad portfolio including income, sales and local taxes, and drive scalable processes while guiding expansion into new markets.

The role partners with internal teams and external advisers to optimize risk management and compliance, ensuring accurate filings and strategic tax planning across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field required.
• 8–10 years of progressive tax experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a mix of both.
• CPA, MST, or another advanced degree or professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maturation of Southland’s corporate tax function with scalable processes and controls.
• Provide oversight across federal, state, and local tax matters, including income, sales/use, property, and payroll taxes.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities with Finance teams and external advisors, ensuring timely filings and reporting.

Skills

Tax leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic tax planning

Regulatory compliance

Multistate tax

Audits & controversy

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

CPA or MST preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Manager will play a key role in building and scaling Southland Industries’ corporate tax function to support the organization’s continued growth. This position will serve as a broad tax leader and trusted advisor to the business, providing oversight across a variety of tax matters while bringing subject matter expertise in one or more specialized areas of taxation.

Working closely with Finance leadership, business stakeholders, and external tax advisors, the Senior Tax Manager will provide strategic and hands-on support across tax planning, compliance, risk management, and business expansion. This role will help establish scalable tax processes and capabilities while advising the business on the tax implications of entering new markets and pursuing growth opportunities.

Position Details

• Lead the development and continued maturation of Southland’s corporate tax function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and best practices to support organizational growth.
• Provide oversight and guidance across a broad range of federal, state, and local tax matters, including income tax, sales and use tax, property tax, payroll tax, and other state and local tax requirements.
• Lead and coordinate tax compliance activities in partnership with internal Finance teams and external tax advisors, ensuring accurate and timely filings, payments, reporting, and documentation.
• Serve as a strategic tax advisor to Finance and business leadership, providing guidance on the tax implications of business initiatives, operational decisions, and organizational growth.
• Evaluate tax requirements associated with expansion into new markets and jurisdictions, including registrations, compliance obligations, tax exposure, and available incentives.
• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations and proactively assess potential impacts to the organization.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and maintain a strong network of specialized tax resources to address complex or highly technical matters as needed.
• Lead and support tax audits, notices, inquiries, and other matters involving federal, state, and local taxing authorities.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen tax controls, mitigate risk, improve processes, and increase operational efficiency.
• Evaluate opportunities to bring additional tax activities and capabilities in-house as the organization and tax function continue to mature.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance and other business stakeholders to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business planning and decision-making.
• Establish the foundation for a future internal tax team, including assessing resource, technology, and capability needs as the function grows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive tax experience within corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination of both.
• Broad corporate tax experience with demonstrated exposure to multiple areas of taxation, including federal and state income tax and state and local tax matters.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in one or more areas of taxation, such as income tax, sales and use tax, property tax, payroll tax, or other state and local taxes.
• Experience supporting a complex, multi-state organization and navigating tax requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience advising business or Finance leadership on tax implications associated with business growth, new markets, or strategic initiatives.
• Experience managing external accounting, tax, or advisory firms and coordinating complex tax matters with specialized resources.
• Experience developing, improving, or scaling corporate tax processes, controls, or functions strongly preferred.
• CPA, Master of Taxation (MST), or other relevant advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations.
• Broad understanding of corporate taxation with the ability to recognize tax risks, opportunities, and situations requiring specialized expertise.
• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate tax considerations within the context of broader organizational objectives.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and translate complex tax matters into clear, practical business recommendations.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations.
• Ability to build structure and establish scalable processes within a growing and evolving environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workstreams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across Finance, business leadership, and external partners.
• Ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of complex tax matters through resolution.
• Ability to identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, risk mitigation, and increased efficiency.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining effective documentation and controls.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive financial and business information.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $110,000.00 – $130,000.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries’ policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).