Sales and Use Tax Manager

Indirect Tax Manager

Our client, a respected, growth-minded manufacturer and distributor, is seeking an Indirect Tax Manager who brings sharp technical command and a steady, strategic hand. This isn't a narrow compliance role; it's a seat at the table where tax strategy directly shapes how the business manages risk and supports growth.

About the opportunity

You'll own tax compliance end to end, from federal, state, and local filings to audit management. That means coordinating tax planning and audits, monitoring an ever-shifting regulatory landscape, and bringing clear, well-reasoned analysis to leadership when it matters most.

You'll also partner closely with finance, accounting, and operations, and support M&A activity through tax due diligence.

What you'll do

? Own tax compliance across income, sales/use, property, and other business taxes

? Coordinate and manage preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns, working with internal resources and external advisors

? Monitor evolving tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business

? Develop and implement tax planning strategies that optimize efficiency

? Manage audits and inquiries from tax authorities, and maintain accurate tax records

? Partner with finance, accounting, and operations to ensure accurate, timely tax reporting

? Support M&A activity through tax due diligence

What you'll bring

? Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred

? 5+ years of experience in corporate tax or a related finance role

? Required experience in multi-state tax compliance and planning

? Experience with ERP platforms is a plus

? Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax laws

? Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgment to act on them

? Strong communication and interpersonal skills that build trust across teams

? Comfort operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities

Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without current or future sponsorship requirements. Candidate must be commutable to Winston-Salem, NC on a daily basis.