Manager, Tax & Technical Accounting - Full-Time

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Manager, Tax & Technical Accounting serves as a key technical and strategic resource within the Finance organization, with primary responsibility for Biltmore's tax function and specialized expertise in technical accounting.  The role provides leadership across tax compliance and strategy, technical accounting research, accounting policies and documentation, process improvement, and finance transformation initiatives.

This role is designed for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving complex accounting and tax issues, applying sound judgment, and building scalable processes that strengthen the Finance organization.  The Manager, Tax & Technical Accounting will research and document complex accounting and tax matters, develop and maintain technical accounting and tax policies and guidance, oversee Biltmore's tax compliance activities, and partner with Accounting leadership to strengthen financial reporting, controls, and audit readiness.

The Manager, Tax & Technical Accounting will partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Technology, operational leaders, and external audit and tax advisors.  This position will help translate complex accounting and tax requirements into practical business solutions while identifying opportunities to improve processes, leverage technology, reduce risk, and strengthen team knowledge.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting and/or tax expertise with intellectual curiosity, sound business judgment, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.  This individual will demonstrate leadership through technical expertise, collaboration, influence, and knowledge sharing.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Tax Compliance, Strategy & Governance:

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance across Biltmore, coordinating preparation and filing internally and with external tax advisors. 

• Manage the tax calendar, review significant tax filings and workpapers, and coordinate responses to tax notices, inquiries, examinations, and audits.

• Serve as the primary internal resource for tax matters, identifying and evaluating tax risks, planning opportunities, and implications of business initiatives and changes in tax law.

• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and external advisors on tax provisions, reconciliations, forecasts, and strategic planning. 

2. Technical Accounting & Advisory:

• Serve as a key technical accounting resource for Biltmore, researching complex or unusual transactions and emerging accounting guidance and providing recommendations to Finance leadership.

• Prepare technical accounting memorandums and documentation supporting significant accounting positions and judgments, and partner with Accounting leadership and external auditors on complex accounting matters.

• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to Accounting and Finance team members.

3. Process Improvement & Special Projects:

• Identify and lead opportunities to improve, standardize, and automate accounting and tax processes within the scope of the role.

• Partner with Finance and Technology on enhancements to Workday, Adaptive Planning, and other financial systems, particularly those affecting tax, technical accounting, controls, and reporting.

• Lead and support Finance transformation initiatives, legal entity simplification, and other strategic and organizational projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

2. CPA designation required

3. 6+ years of public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience

4. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and corporate taxation, with demonstrated depth of expertise in at least one of these areas.

5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

6. Ability to operate independently and take ownership of core processes

7. Exceptional written communication and documentation abilities, including the ability to simplify complex topics

8. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Key Competencies:

1. Technical Strength: Solid foundation in technical accounting and tax, along with the ability to apply knowledge in a complex environment

2. Ownership Mindset: Takes responsibility for outcomes
3. Process Orientation: Focus on building scalable, repeatable processes
4. Analytical Thinking: Ability to connect accounting and tax data to business activity and financial results
5. Communication Skills: Ability to clearly explain complex accounting & tax topics to non-technical stakeholders
6. Collaboration: Works effectively across functions and builds strong internal & external partnerships
7. Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve processes and reduce risk

Physical Requirements:

1. The Manager, Tax & Technical Accounting will work in an office environment.
2. This position may be required to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
3. Some travel may be required.