Senior Tax Manager, U.S. & Global Compliance

Pelican Products, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan – with immediate match

Health Savings Account Contribution

Wellness Discount Program

Global Mental Wellness Program

Quarterly Employee Celebration Days

Pet insurance for our animal lovers

Employee discount program

Job summary

Pelican Production, Inc., a global maker of protective cases and solutions, seeks a Tax Manager to oversee U.S. federal and state corporate tax compliance, ASC 740, and audits. Based in Torrance, CA, you’ll partner with Finance and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting and tax planning.

This role emphasizes leadership, cross‑department collaboration, and process improvements. You will manage tax returns, estimated payments, VAT where applicable, and international tax matters while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns and researching tax issues.
• Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state corporate taxation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of U.S. federal and state corporate income tax compliance, including the preparation and review of tax returns.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Manage ASC 740 tax provisions, reporting, and compliance, including uncertain tax positions and unrecognized tax benefits.
• Oversee additional tax obligations, including sales and use taxes and franchise taxes.
• Coordinate responses to federal and state tax audits, examinations, and inquiries.
• Support tax budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Develop domestic tax strategies in partnership with external tax advisors.
• Evaluate existing and new business activities to ensure compliance and identify tax-efficient approaches.
• Oversee the accuracy and timely completion of international tax returns across applicable jurisdictions.
• Monitor transfer pricing results, coordinate pricing adjustments, and support domestic and international transfer pricing studies.
• Coordinate VAT (VAT) compliance activities.
• Manage responses to international tax notices, inquiries, and audits.
• Analyze financial data to support tax returns, consolidated tax provisions, and financial reporting.
• Research tax regulations and identify opportunities to reduce tax exposure and improve tax efficiency.
• Present tax research, findings, and recommendations to senior management.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and other departments to ensure consistent tax policies and accurate reporting.
• Maintain tax software and support improvements to tax processes and systems.
• Establish clear goals, monitor performance, and support the professional development of team members.
• Promote compliance, accountability, and ethical decision-making across tax operations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Tax or related

Job description

Pelican Production, Inc., a global maker of protective cases and solutions, seeks a Tax Manager to oversee U.S. federal and state corporate tax compliance, ASC 740, and audits. Based in Torrance, CA, you’ll partner with Finance and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting and tax planning.

This role emphasizes leadership, cross‑department collaboration, and process improvements. You will manage tax returns, estimated payments, VAT where applicable, and international tax matters while