Sales & Use Tax Manager

Position Summary

This position is responsible for leading the Sales Tax functions to consistently achieve business results and to ensure internal/external customer/client service expectations are fulfilled. This position can function remotely, on-site at our corporate office in Neenah, WI or hybrid.

Job Responsibilities

• Leads, develops and coaches team:
   - Provides clear expectations, feedback and recognition
   - Participates in the hiring/selection process
   - Writes and conducts performance evaluations and progress reports
   - Handles associate relations issues 
• Delivers results in line with the following key metrics/accountabilities:
   - Accuracy and timeliness of tax filings
   - Associate retention
   - Budget control 
• Prepares state and applicable municipality sales tax returns as required by state statute. 
• Proactively recommends changes in tax procedures, methodology or tax calculations. 
• Oversees tax record keeping process for tax compliance, tax accounting and audit and tax planning. 
• Performs tax research as needed to keep current with new and old changing tax laws. 
• Coordinates tax audits as states require. 
• Assists Chief Financial Officer and Controller with various state and federal tax work papers in preparation for year filings. 
• Works with Credit and Sales area on customer disputes. 
• Fields customer inquiries concerning tax status. 
• Works with internal Information Technology staff on various Vertex software interfaces. 
• Carries out responsibilities in a fair, ethical and non-discriminatory manner and ensure that staff follows these same guidelines. 
• Manages expenses in line with departmental budgets and corporate business conditions. (if applicable) 
• Enforces and support all company policies and procedures. Fully support the company's commitment to safety and the environment and strives to maintain a clean, healthy and safe workplace. 

Qualifications

Experience:

• 3+ years multi-state corporate sales tax experience.
• State income tax experience.
• Strong general accounting knowledge.
• Prior leadership experience a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Tax or related discipline.

 Computer Skills

• Must be proficient in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite. 
• SAP and Vertex software experience a plus..

Other Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to develop and implement growth plans and programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet hard deadlines for tax filings.
• Ability to perform complex tax research.
• Strong interpersonal skills. 

Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.  Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time. Occasional travel to offsite offices, customer sites and/or industry and training events may also be required, depending on assignment.