Tax Manager Indirect Tax
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Job Location:
Saint Paul, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 117200 - 175800
Posted on:
28 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Ecolab is seeking a dynamic and experiencedTax Managerto join itsNorth America Indirect Tax Team. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep expertise insales and use tax legislationregulatory compliance andtechnology-driven process improvements. The Tax Manager will lead compliance efforts acrosssales/use taxproperty tax andbusiness licensing while driving continuous improvement in tax processes systems integration and internal controls.
Whats in it For You:
Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision matching 401K company-paid pension stock purchase plan paid parental leave select discounted childcare resources and more
The opportunity to take on some of the worlds most meaningful challenges helping customers achieve clean water safe food and healthy environments.
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people perspectives and ideas to achieve our best.
Opportunity for a hybrid work environment balancing office days with working remotely while residing within a commutable distance.
What you will do:
This position plays a critical role in supporting Ecolabs growth and compliance objectives by ensuring timely accurate and audit-ready tax outcomes. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally and externally with service providers to implement scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and tax accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead indirect tax compliance for multiple U.S. entities ensuring timely and accurate filings in coordination with external service providers.
- Manage relationships with firms responsible for preparing sales/use tax property tax and business license filings.
- Supervise internal tax accountants overseeing journal entries tax payments and account reconciliations using Blackline.
- Drive SAP and Vertex system initiatives including configuration testing and reporting enhancements.
- Monitor legislative changes and proactively identify opportunities for property tax appeals and refund claims.
- Oversee exemption certificate processes in collaboration with the Customer Master Data team.
- Provide expert guidance on the taxability of sales and purchase transactions including applicable exemptions.
- Support indirect tax audits and lead special projects such as recovering overpaid taxes.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Taxation Finance or a related field.
- At least 6 years of relevant tax experience in a large public accounting firm or multinational corporate tax department preferably in the manufacturing sector.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with transaction tax calculation and compliance software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in SAP; familiarity with Vertex O & Q Series preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of indirect tax regulations and compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct complex tax research and analysis.
- Experience working in a Shared Services model and managing external service providers is a plus.
- Excellent written verbal and presentation skills with a collaborative and professional demeanor.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Technological fluency in Alteryx Microsoft Power BI and Excel is preferred.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively across functions.
- This position is not open for immigration sponsorship
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.
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To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including a booster if eligible unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Key Skills
- Tax Experience
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- SOX
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
About Company
Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. Every day, we help make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – protecting people and vital resources.
