Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Irving, TX – hybrid, 3 days onsite

One of Vaco's multi‑unit, PE‑backed clients is looking for a Tax Manager to provide oversight for outsourced tax work. This is primarily a review role that serves as the main point of contact and liaison with external tax advisors supporting federal, state, local, and property tax compliance. The company averages 2‑4 transactions a month; prior knowledge of asset purchases related to acquisitions and how income “passes through” the organization is beneficial.

Compensation
: $125‑135K + 15% Bonus

• Manage relationships with external public accounting firms responsible for preparing federal, state, local, sales and use, property, and international tax filings.
• Coordinate the collection, review, and delivery of financial and operational data required for tax return preparation.
• Review tax returns, extensions, estimated payments, and related work papers prepared by third‑party providers for completeness and accuracy prior to filing.
• Monitor tax filing calendars and ensure all compliance obligations are met timely.
• Oversee sales and use tax compliance activities, including nexus reviews and registration requirements.
• Lead the quarterly and annual income tax provision process in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Review tax account reconciliations, deferred tax calculations, and supporting schedules.
• Collaborate with the Accounting team to ensure accurate tax‑related journal entries and financial statement disclosures.
• Support tax planning initiatives designed to optimize the company’s tax position while maintaining compliance.
• Evaluate the tax implications of business transactions, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic initiatives.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess potential impacts on the organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification required.
• 6+ years of progressive tax experience, including corporate tax compliance and tax accounting.
• Experience managing external public accounting firms or outsourced tax service providers.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law.

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