Tax Manager (open to Seniors ready to step-up)

ACC Recruiters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ACC Recruiters is seeking a driven U.S. Tax professional to join its growing finance team. You will manage all aspects of U.S. tax, including income tax provision, compliance, and planning within a multi-entity company with cross-border considerations.

The role offers strong work‑life balance, a 5% 401(k) match, 3–4 weeks of PTO, and a performance bonus paid at or above target in most years. You will lead the U.S. tax function, coordinate with outside advisors, and mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CPA designation or equivalent professional certification.
• 3–5+ years of progressive U.S. corporate tax experience.
• Experience with tax provision and compliance in a complex, multi-entity environment.
• Exposure to U.S. federal, state, and local tax frameworks.
• Experience working with external tax advisors and auditors.
• Prior experience leading or supervising staff in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provision process, including audit support.
• Oversee federal, state, and local income tax compliance, including extensions, estimated payments, and the review of returns.
• Oversee all non-income tax filings, including sales/use tax and gross receipts taxes.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and auditors, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Monitor and assess multi-state tax matters, including nexus and state tax exposure.
• Manage state registrations in conjunction with the legal group.
• Support and manage U.S. tax audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Participate in tax planning, corporate structuring, and U.S. acquisition initiatives.
• Assist with transfer pricing and other cross-border tax matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Provide guidance, training, and review of work performed by other tax team members, as applicable.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity to join a company who is growing their US presence. They offer excellent work/life balance for a tax job. No public accounting busy season hours and most weeks are 40-45 hours. They offer strong benefits including 5% 401k match, 3-4 weeks pto and a bonus that has paid at or above the target of 15-20% 10 of the past 11 years.

Job Description:

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

As a key member of the Finance team, this position is responsible for the management and execution of all aspects of U.S. tax, including income tax provision, compliance, and supporting tax planning initiatives, within a company operating as part of a multi-national group of entities, with exposure to cross-border considerations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provision process, including audit support
• Oversee federal, state, and local income tax compliance, including extensions, estimated payments, and the review of returns
• Oversee all non-income tax filings, including sales/use tax and gross receipts taxes
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and auditors, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Monitor and assess multi-state tax matters, including nexus and state tax exposure
• Manage state registrations in conjunction with the legal group
• Support and manage U.S. tax audits and regulatory inquiries
• Participate in tax planning, corporate structuring, and U.S. acquisition initiatives
• Assist with transfer pricing and other cross-border tax matters
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen internal controls
• Provide guidance, training, and review of work performed by other tax team members, as applicable.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• CPA designation or equivalent professional certification
• Minimum 3-5+ years of progressive U.S. corporate tax experience
• Experience with both tax provision and compliance in a complex, multi-entity environment
• Exposure to U.S. federal, state, and local tax frameworks, including nexus considerations
• Experience working with external tax advisors and auditors
• Prior experience leading or supervising staff in a professional environment

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. income tax and state tax regimes
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify risks and opportunities