What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Tax Manager position at Arclin?
State Tax Manager
About Arclin:
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
Position Summary
The State Tax Manager will oversee the sales & use tax, property tax, and broader state and local income tax (SALT) compliance and planning. This role will serve as the internal state tax subject-matter expert coordinating and reviewing the work of our external CPA firms while driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all state and local jurisdictions. This role will be responsible for managing outsourced state and local tax compliance processes, reviewing external deliverables for accuracy, and ensuring the company’s tax positions are compliant and optimized. This hands-on role requires strong technical knowledge, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to act as the liaison between internal departments and external advisors.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary liaison between the company and external CPA firms handling sales & use, franchise, property, and state income tax compliance.
- Review all outsourced tax filings and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with company data and tax positions.
- Oversee monthly sales & use tax reporting, account reconciliation, and ensure timely filing and state tax payments across all jurisdictions.
- Partner with Accounting to ensure proper state tax coding is maintained on customers and vendors within the ERP systems.
- Monitor and manage state and local tax notices, audits, and correspondence, coordinating responses and strategy with external advisors.
- Evaluate nexus exposure and registration requirements as the company expands into new markets or business lines.
- Maintain internal controls, reconciliations, and documentation to support state tax filings and financial statement reporting.
- Assist in state tax provision calculations, accruals, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP.
- Research and advise on state tax law changes, state tax incentives, and compliance risks impacting operations.
- Support M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration by coordinating SALT reviews with external partners.
- Identify and implement process improvements and technology solutions to streamline the outsourced compliance workflow.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, Masters of Tax a plus.
- CPA required.
- 6–10 years of progressive experience in state and local taxation, including sales & use tax review and compliance oversight.
- Strong understanding of multi-state operations and indirect tax implications.
- Experience managing relationships with external CPA firms and reviewing outsourced deliverables.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards) and tax software such as Avalara, Vertex, or ONESOURCE.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and Procurement teams.