State Tax Manager

Cooperidge Consulting FirmCanton, OH

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

CPA

Career level

Director

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a State Tax Manager for a global, multi-billion dollar diversified manufacturer in Canton, OH.

Reporting directly to the U.S. Senior Manager of Tax Operations, this role serves as the primary authority on U.S. State and Local Tax (SALT) for a complex organization with numerous entities and global sites. You will lead a comprehensive compliance function—including income, franchise, sales/use, and property taxes—while overseeing outsourced shared services and third-party providers. This is a high-visibility, "fast-track" opportunity within a Fortune 500 environment, designed for a tax professional who can leverage advanced technology (SAP, OneSource) to drive process improvements and support executive-level audit defense.Job Responsibilities

Multi-State Compliance: Lead all U.S. state and local tax compliance across income/franchise (including OH CAT), sales & use, and property taxes.
ASC 740 Oversight: Manage the preparation of quarterly and annual state income tax provisions, including effective tax rate (ETR) calculations and deferred tax balances.
Audit Defense: Act as the lead for state tax audits; coordinate documentation requests, manage responses, and communicate technical positions to the VP of Tax and senior leadership.
Financial Accruals: Prepare and review state tax-related accruals; analyze accounts, prepare journal entries, and ensure reporting accuracy within financial statements.
Tax Technology Integration: Utilize SAP, OneSource, and Power BI to automate reporting, streamline compliance workflows, and strengthen internal controls.
Strategic Planning: Partner with leadership on tax-efficient structuring, risk identification, and operational changes to optimize the company's state tax profile.
Vendor Management: Direct and review the work of outsourced shared service centers and third-party tax providers to ensure jurisdictional compliance.
Technical Research: Author practical, clear guidance on complex multi-state tax issues for both tax and non-tax stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is REQUIRED (Master’s in Tax or Accounting is a significant plus).
CPA certification is highly preferred.
Minimum of 10+ years of corporate tax experience, with a heavy emphasis on U.S. state and local taxation.
Proven experience managing others, including internal staff or external vendors.

Technical Proficiencies

Standards: Deep expertise in ASC 740 and SEC reporting requirements.
Systems: Hands-on proficiency with SAP and OneSource (OTL/OTP).
Analytics: Strong capability in using data visualization tools like Power BI for tax modeling.

Soft Skills

Leadership: Ability to lead a team through the high-pressure deadlines of tax season and audit cycles.
Communication: Exceptional ability to translate dense tax law into actionable business advice for non-tax professionals.
Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethics and operational excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
Life insurance coverage
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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This job at Cooperidge Consulting Firm is located in Canton, OH, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Cooperidge Consulting Firm lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Cooperidge Consulting Firm is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.

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The education requirement for this position is CPA. Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Cooperidge Consulting Firm for this role?

Cooperidge Consulting Firm offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Career Development, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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