We are a U.S.-based manufacturer of highly engineered structural products supporting commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects nationwide.
With multiple manufacturing facilities and a strong project pipeline, the business operates in a fast-paced environment. Backed by private equity, the company is focused on operational efficiency, margin expansion, and scalable growth.
Position Overview
We are partnering with a growing organization to identify a hands-on Tax Manager with a strong focus on ASC 740 income tax provision and coordination of outsourced tax functions.
This role sits at the center of tax operations - owning the provision while acting as the internal quarterback across external advisors (RSM), sales tax providers (Avalara), and internal stakeholders.
If you like being in the driver’s seat without a massive team under you - this is that sweet spot.
Key Responsibilities
Income Tax Provision
- Prepare annual ASC 740 tax provision
- Current & deferred calculations
- Journal entries and account reconciliations
- Supporting schedules and documentation
- Perform provision-to-return true-ups and variance analysis
- Prepare quarterly estimated tax calculations
Federal & State Compliance
- Serve as the primary liaison with external tax advisors
- Review federal and state income tax returns and workpapers
- Manage timelines, deliverables, and open items
- Support audits and respond to tax authority inquiries
Sales & Use Tax Oversight
- Oversee outsourced sales/use tax compliance processes
- Review filings, exception reports, and reconciliations
- Partner cross-functionally to address tax exposure and compliance issues
Tax Operations & Strategy
- Manage multi-jurisdictional tax compliance across federal, state, and local levels
- Review financial statements to ensure accurate tax reporting
- Identify tax savings opportunities and planning strategies
- Support senior leadership with tax implications of business decisions
- Develop and maintain systems to track regulatory changes
- Assist with cash flow forecasting related to tax obligations
Process Improvement & Coordination
- Optimize tax workflows to improve efficiency and turnaround time
- Coordinate across internal teams and third-party providers
- Ensure all tax processes run smoothly and deadlines are consistently met
Ideal Background
- ASC 740 income tax provision experience
- Experience in C-Corp federal and state tax compliance
- Familiarity with outsourced tax environments (Big 4 / regional firms)
- Working knowledge of Avalara or similar sales tax systems
- Proven ability to manage audits, resolve tax issues, and work with tax authorities
- Strong project management and coordination mindset
- Ability to operate independently in a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves environment
What Makes This Role Attractive
- High-impact role with ownership of the provision
- Exposure to both strategic tax planning and operational execution
- Lean structure = visibility to leadership + real influence
- Blend of technical tax + coordination + business partnership
Position Summary
Hands-on ASC 740 provision lead who coordinates federal tax and sales tax processes - focused on execution, oversight, and continuous improvement.
