Tax Director CPA

Tax ManagerConfidential Food Manufacturing Company | Selma Area, CA$175,000 - $225,000 DOE + Comprehensive BenefitsA well-established and growing food manufacturing company in the Selma area is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead all tax planning, compliance, reporting, and strategic tax initiatives across a complex multi-entity organization. This is a high-impact leadership role that will work closely with executive leadership while overseeing a small internal tax team and partnering with outside advisors.This position is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys both hands-on technical work and strategic planning, with the opportunity to influence business decisions and long-term organizational growth. Key Responsibilities

• Lead all tax functions for the organization, including income, property, sales/use, and other applicable tax matters.*
• Oversee the preparation and review of federal and state tax returns for corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and individuals.*
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies that support business objectives and maximize tax efficiency.*
• Provide tax guidance related to business transactions, entity restructuring, acquisitions, and real estate activities.*
• Support estate and succession planning initiatives.*
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations and filing requirements.*
• Monitor changes in tax laws and proactively evaluate their impact on the organization.*
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors.*
• Drive process improvements through technology, automation, reporting tools, and data analytics.*
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams on tax-related matters.*
• Assist executive leadership with tax provisions and financial reporting considerations.*
• Supervise, mentor, and develop members of the tax team.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.*
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.*
• Master's degree in Taxation preferred.*
• Minimum 7 years of progressive tax experience.*
• At least 2 years of leadership or management experience within public accounting or private industry.*
• Strong expertise in both tax compliance and tax planning.*
• Experience working with cash-basis and accrual-basis entities.*
• Thorough understanding of FAS 109 and related tax accounting principles.*
• Experience supporting complex ownership structures and multiple business entities.*
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.*
• Experience within manufacturing, agriculture, food production, or related industries is highly desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $175,000 - $225,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package*
• Executive-level visibility and influence*
• Long-term growth opportunity with a stable and successful organization

This is a confidential search being conducted on behalf of a respected food manufacturing company located in the Selma area. Qualified candidates will be provided additional company details during the interview process. INDHP