Tax Manager - Indirect Tax

Indirect Tax ManagerSummaryOur client, a leading bottled beverage manufacturer in the U.SWe are seeking an Indirect Tax Manager to join their teamThe Indirect Tax Manager plays a critical role in all aspect of indirect tax compliance and other specialty taxes including sales/use tax, property tax, etc.  This position reports to the Senior Tax Manager.Detailed Description

1. Manage  comprehensive sales & use tax functions, including preparation of monthly sales tax returns, determine taxability of various transactions, issue tax exempt certificate, research sales tax issue for all current and future locations
2. Manage Value Added Tax for international operation in Mexico
3. Review and modify current procedures to address tax variance issues with Accounts Payable
4. Take complete ownership of EBTax Module (Oracle R12) including, but not limited to, setting up new tax rules, fiscal code classification, maintain sales tax rules database
5. Defend all sales/use tax audits, property tax audits, and any other indirect tax audits (including, but not limited to, providing data, conducting plant tours, entering into settlements)
6. Manage business license renewals for all 19 locations (plus annexes)
7. Manage all property tax compliance and payment
8. Manage property tax appeals with consulting firms as appropriate
9. Assist in international tax research and planning (VAT, duties, etc.)
10. Assist Tax Manager with income tax compliance on an ad-hoc basis
11. Research various tax issues related to H/R and work with H/R to implement new procedures
12. Work cohesively with the Economic Development group to ensure we obtain the best tax incentives possible
13. Perform annual incentive compliance with governmental agencies regarding property tax/sales tax abatements
14. Perform tax research to support domestic and foreign expansion

Work ExperienceRequired:

1. 7-10 years sales/use tax, property tax, audit defense, international taxes. 
2. At least 4 years of public accounting experience.
3. Experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

1. Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
2. Planning/Organizing - uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
3. Detail oriented and accurate - minimizes mistakes, follows every step in a process and follows through with all tasks
4. Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrates presentation skills.
5. Written Communication - writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
6. Leadership - inspires and motivates others to perform well; influences actions and opinions of others; Displays passion and optimism.
7. Managing People - fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services

Education

1. Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
2. MBA or Juris Doctor Preferred

Other Information:Equal opportunity employerTo apply, send resume in word format with current salary for review and immediate interview.