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Tax Supervisor
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and hands-on Tax Supervisor to support the company’s domestic and international tax operations within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing income tax compliance, multi-state nexus considerations, tax provision support, and coordination of international tax reporting activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical tax knowledge, manufacturing industry experience, and the ability to work cross-functionally with finance, operations, and external advisors.
This position reports to senior finance leadership and plays a key role in ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and international tax regulations while supporting strategic tax planning initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Domestic & Multi-State Tax Compliance
- Manage and review federal, state, and local income tax filings for multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
- Oversee multi-state nexus analysis and monitor filing requirements resulting from operational, payroll, sales, and supply chain activities.
- Coordinate apportionment calculations, state tax adjustments, and estimated tax payments.
- Research state and local tax law changes impacting manufacturing operations and distribution activities.
- Assist with state tax audits, notices, and inquiries from taxing authorities.
International Tax Support
- Coordinate international income tax compliance activities with external advisors and foreign finance teams.
- Assist with reporting related to foreign subsidiaries, transfer pricing documentation, and international informational filings.
- Support calculations associated with global tax provisions, foreign tax credits, and cross-border transactions.
- Monitor changes in international tax regulations and assess operational impact.
Tax Provision & Financial Reporting
- Support quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740.
- Prepare and maintain tax account reconciliations, deferred tax schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with external audit requests and tax-related financial statement disclosures.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate accounting policies.
Operational & Strategic Support
- Partner with accounting, FP&A, supply chain, payroll, and legal teams on tax-related matters.
- Support tax planning initiatives designed to improve operational efficiency and minimize tax exposure.
- Assist with process improvements, automation initiatives, and enhancement of tax reporting procedures.
- Maintain organized tax records and compliance calendars to ensure timely filings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- CPA certification preferred.
- 5 years of progressive tax experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, or multinational environments.
- Strong knowledge of federal, multi-state, and international income tax concepts.
- Experience with nexus analysis, state apportionment, and domestic tax compliance.
- Familiarity with ASC 740 tax provision processes and deferred tax accounting.
- Experience working with ERP systems and tax software applications.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments and external partners.
Preferred Experience
- Manufacturing, distribution, or supply chain industry experience.
- Exposure to transfer pricing and international entity structures.
- Experience supporting external audits and tax authority examinations.
- Familiarity with process automation or tax technology tools.
Core Competencies
- Technical tax expertise
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Project and deadline management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process improvement mindse