Tax Manager

Vaco; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring seeks an Internal Tax Manager to lead the company's tax compliance, planning, reporting, and strategy initiatives. You will partner with finance, accounting, and leadership to ensure compliance while optimizing the tax position.

The role offers high visibility, strategic involvement, and the opportunity to influence key business decisions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings. Strong CPA with 7+ years of tax experience and ERP proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA required or strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or both.
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations.
• Experience with tax provision and tax compliance processes.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with tax software platforms.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage federal, state, and local tax compliance activities.
• Oversee preparation and review of income tax provisions and tax filings.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Lead tax planning initiatives to minimize tax exposure and optimize cash flow.
• Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and emerging developments.
• Advise finance and executive leadership on tax implications of business decisions.
• Oversee tax audits and respond to inquiries from taxing authorities.
• Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and leverage technology to increase efficiency.
• Prepare tax-related reporting and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Tax software

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, MS Dynamics)

Job description

Internal Tax Manager

We are seeking an experienced Internal Tax Manager to lead the company's tax compliance, planning, reporting, and strategy initiatives. This role serves as the primary tax resource for the organization, partnering closely with finance, accounting, leadership, and external advisors to ensure compliance while identifying opportunities to optimize the company's tax position. This position offers high visibility, strategic involvement, and the opportunity to influence key business decisions. Responsibilities commonly include managing tax compliance, advising on tax implications of business activities, overseeing audits, and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage federal, state, and local tax compliance activities
• Oversee preparation and review of income tax provisions and tax filings
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors
• Lead tax planning initiatives to minimize tax exposure and optimize cash flow
• Research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and emerging developments
• Advise finance and executive leadership on tax implications of business decisions
• Manage sales and use tax, property tax, and other indirect tax requirements, as applicable
• Support mergers, acquisitions, entity restructuring, and other strategic transactions
• Oversee tax audits and respond to inquiries from taxing authorities
• Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify process improvement opportunities and leverage technology to increase efficiency
• Prepare tax-related reporting and presentations for management and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA required or strongly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, corporate tax, or a combination of both
• Strong understanding of federal and state tax regulations
• Experience with tax provision and tax compliance processes
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with tax software platforms
• Strong project management and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

• Multi-state tax compliance
• Corporate income tax reporting
• Tax provision preparation (ASC 740)
• Sales and use tax oversight
• Manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, or private equity-backed environments
• ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics

Desired Skills

• Strong technical tax expertise
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Excellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to influence stakeholders across the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Process improvement mindset
• Leadership and team development capabilities

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring's discussions with its Client, Highspring's understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).