Tax Manager

Tax Manager

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Oregon - Clackamas

Reporting To: VP of Accounting

Compensation: $115,000 - $145,000 / year

The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant tax filings across all jurisdictions.

Tax Compliance

• Oversee preparation, review and filing of federal, state, local, and industry‑specific tax returns and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws, regulations and reporting requirements across operating jurisdictions.
• Manage sales, use, excise, franchise, property, payroll and other applicable tax filings.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and communicate potential impacts to leadership.

Tax Planning & Strategy

• Partner with Finance leadership to develop tax planning strategies that support objectives and minimize exposure.
• Research tax issues and provide recommendations on business transactions, acquisitions, and initiatives.
• Evaluate tax implications of new products, operations and expansion into new markets.
• Support long‑term tax planning and forecasting activities.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare and review tax provisions, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules and disclosures.
• Collaborate with Accounting during month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Ensure tax accounts in the general ledger are accurate and reconciled.
• Assist with financial statement disclosures related to income taxes.

Audits & Regulatory Support

• Coordinate tax audits, examinations and information requests from agencies.
• Partner with external advisors and auditors to support annual audits and compliance reviews.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records per regulatory requirements.
• Resolve notices, assessments and inquiries in a timely manner.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Develop, implement and maintain tax policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Support implementation and optimization of software and reporting systems.
• Maintain documentation to support compliance and audit readiness.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with Accounting, Payroll, Sales, Operations and consultants to ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide technical guidance and training to stakeholders.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning.
• Lead special tax‑related projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Education & Experience

• 5–8 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Taxation preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with multi‑state compliance and reporting required.
• Experience in consumer‑packaged goods or regulated industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal, state and local tax laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP as it relates to income taxes.
• Experience working with a high sense of urgency in a team or independent setting.

Ability & Technical Skills

• Excellent analytical, research and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and communicate recommendations clearly.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to lead peers and communicate across teams.
• Ability to work under urgent conditions while maintaining accuracy in a fast‑paced environment.
• English language proficiency.
• Basic math skills.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Slack, Jira or similar platforms.
• Occasional travel between company sites.

Certifications & Compliance

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete a pre‑employment background check where permitted.
• Must obtain and maintain all required licenses, permits and certifications.
• Serv Safe or Food Handler’s Card preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Compliance with all company safety, sanitation, quality and food safety policies required at all times.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Competitive salary of $115,000–$145,000 per year, 11 paid holidays, 120 hours of PTO, 401(k), and fully paid health, dental and vision insurance.

Wyld is an equal opportunity employer.