Tax Manager

Brewer Morris; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Brewer Morris is seeking a Tax Manager – Domestic Tax for a hybrid role, stationed in Milwaukee. You will lead US federal and state tax compliance, coordinate with finance and external advisors, and drive tax process improvements across the lifecycle.

The role emphasizes ASC 740 tax accounting, reporting, and a proactive stance on planning and automation, within a global manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of tax experience.
• Experience with US federal and multi-state tax compliance and ASC 740.
• Experience in multinational corporate environments and/or public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate U.S. federal and multi-state income tax compliance processes.
• Manage external service providers and internal stakeholders for timely, accurate filings.
• Review tax positions and supporting documentation for technical accuracy.
• Support nexus, apportionment, and other state tax matters.

Skills

US federal & state tax

Tax provision & ASC 740

Tax research & documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation & technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or equivalent

Tools

Corptax

OneSource Tax Provision

Excel / Power BI

Job description

Tax Manager – Domestic Tax (Hybrid)

About the Opportunity

Join a global manufacturing and industrial organization with a large multinational footprint and a sophisticated tax function. This role offers broad exposure across U.S. federal and multi-state income tax compliance, tax accounting, controversy, planning, and process transformation initiatives.

The Tax Manager will serve as a key member of the Domestic Tax team, partnering closely with finance, treasury, global tax reporting, offshore support teams, and external advisors. This role is ideal for a technically strong tax professional who enjoys improving processes, leveraging technology, and supporting strategic business initiatives.

This is a hybrid position with regular collaboration at the company’s corporate headquarters and flexibility based on location.

Key Responsibilities

Federal & State Tax Compliance

• Lead and coordinate U.S. federal and multi-state income tax compliance processes
• Manage external service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate tax filings
• Review tax positions and supporting documentation to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
• Support filing positions related to nexus, apportionment, and other state tax matters

Tax Accounting & Reporting

• Support quarterly and annual income tax provision processes under ASC 740
• Assist with effective tax rate (ETR), uncertain tax positions, and cash tax analyses
• Coordinate compliance and provision activities to ensure alignment between tax reporting and filings
• Support SOX compliance and related documentation requirements

Tax Controversy & Audit Defense

• Serve as a key resource for federal and state tax audits, notices, and information requests
• Develop technical responses and coordinate with external advisors when needed
• Support appeals, refund claims, and assessment challenges

Tax Planning & Business Support

• Analyze tax implications of business expansion initiatives, organizational changes, and operational developments
• Support planning related to manufacturing footprint changes, supply chain initiatives, legal entity restructurings, and other strategic projects
• Research and document tax considerations related to acquisitions, divestitures, and reorganizations

Process Improvement & Automation

• Drive automation and continuous improvement efforts across the tax compliance lifecycle
• Enhance workflows, documentation standards, controls, and data integration processes
• Identify opportunities to standardize and streamline manual processes
• Support broader tax transformation initiatives through technology and automation tools

Technical Leadership

• Monitor federal and state tax legislative developments and assess business impact
• Provide technical guidance on tax accounting and compliance matters
• Assist in mentoring and developing less experienced tax professionals
• Help establish consistent documentation and process standards across the tax function

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of progressive experience in U.S. federal and multi-state corporate income tax
• Strong knowledge of tax compliance and ASC 740 tax accounting principles
• Experience working in a multinational corporate environment and/or public accounting firm
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technical tax research and documentation skills

Preferred

• CPA or equivalent professional certification
• Master’s in Taxation (MST) or other advanced tax degree
• Experience with both public accounting and industry tax environments

Technical Skills

Tax Technology

• Experience with tax provision & compliance software such as:
  • Corptax
  • OneSource Tax Provision
  • Similar enterprise tax systems

Automation & Analytics

• Experience with automation tools such as:
  • Alteryx
  • Excel Power Query
  • Microsoft Power Automate
  • Similar workflow automation platforms

ERP & Financial Systems

• Experience with ERP and enterprise financial systems preferred, including:
  • SAP
  • OneStream
  • Fixed asset systems
  • Similar large-scale platforms

Skills & Attributes

• Strong multi-state tax expertise, including nexus & apportionment considerations
• Process‑improvement mindset with interest in automation & technology
• Excellent analytical, organizational, & problem‑solving capabilities
• Strong interpersonal & cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Ability to communicate technical tax matters clearly to non‑tax stakeholders
• Demonstrated ownership of complex tax projects & workstreams

Why This Role

• Broad exposure across compliance, provision, controversy, planning, & automation
• Opportunity to work within a large multinational tax environment
• Significant involvement in state tax strategy & business expansion initiatives
• Strong focus on innovation, process improvement, & technology
• Exposure to cross‑functional & global stakeholders
• Clear opportunities for professional growth & leadership development

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, & vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off & holiday benefits
• Parental & caregiver leave programs
• Life & disability insurance
• Employee assistance & wellness programs
• Additional employee discounts & development resources