Manager – U.S. State & Local Tax
Location : North Canton, OH 44720
Reports To : Sr. Manager, Tax Operations
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned State Tax Manager to own all U.S. state and local tax responsibilities for our growing multinational. You will lead compliance, provision, audit defense, and planning across income, franchise, sales & use, property, and real estate taxes—partnering with shared-services teams and third-party advisors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strategic optimization.
Key Responsibilities
State Tax Compliance & Payments
- Oversee preparation and filing of all state income (including Ohio CAT), franchise, sales & use, property, and real estate tax returns
- Manage outsourcing relationships (Bangalore shared services and external firms), assign workstreams, set timetables, and review deliverables
- Monitor tax credits, incentives, and attributes; respond to state inquiries
Quarterly & Annual Tax Provisions
Lead ASC 740 state income tax provisions, estimating effective state tax rates and deferred tax balancesCoordinate with U.S. tax team members to integrate state provision data into global reportingAccruals & Journal Entries
Prepare and review state tax accruals for property, franchise, and sales & use taxesAnalyze tax account balances, reconcile reporting, and post journal entries to the general ledgerAudit & Controversy Management
Coordinate state tax audits and inquiries—manage document requests, communication, and audit calendarsDevelop defense strategies, summarize findings, and present status updates to executive leadershipTax Planning & Process Improvement
Identify and execute state tax planning opportunities to minimize liabilities and cash impactCollaborate on business structuring to optimize state tax outcomesEnhance compliance workflows and controls through tax technology (SAP, OneSource, Power BI)Team Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering technical growth and adherence to best practicesCommunicate complex tax concepts clearly to cross-functional stakeholdersRequirements
Qualifications
Education & Experience :Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance + ≥10 years of corporate tax (or public accounting) experienceOr Master’s / MBA in Tax, Accounting, Finance + ≥8 years of corporate tax experienceTechnical Expertise :Deep knowledge of U.S. state income, franchise, sales & use, and property tax rulesHands-on experience with ASC 740 state provisions and SEC reporting requirementsProficiency with SAP and ONESOURCE tax softwareSkills & Attributes :Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilitiesFocus on process improvement, internal controls, and data accuracyExcellent communicator with proven relationship-building skillsLeadership aptitude with mentoring experienceCertifications : CPA or MST preferredTravel : Occasional (Benefits
Why Join Us?
Comprehensive Benefits : Medical (including fertility), dental, vision, pet insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, and moreRetirement : 401(k) with up to 4.5% company match, immediately 100% vestedOn-site Amenities : Cafeteria, gym, health clinic, walking paths, ergonomic workspacesWork-Life Balance : 10 paid holidays, generous vacation, paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks)Professional Growth : Educational reimbursement, 24 / 7 access to online development resources, certification supportWe are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion for all.
