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Assistant Manager - Indirect Tax

Wood PLC

Houston, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Strategy, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Formats, Delivery Management, Digital Certificates, Domestic Tax, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Property Tax, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Relationship Management, Sales Tax, State Tax, Systems Administration/Management, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations, Tax Returns, Time Management, Use Tax, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, Texas
POSTED
6 days ago
JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibility for supporting the Indirect Tax Manager, and wider Indirect Tax team in ensuring Indirect Tax compliance primarily in the US but also providing support for Canada. The role will involve ensuring tax returns are submitted timely and accurately, overseeing and managing the deliverables of junior team members, and advising the business of technical matters and liability decisions. The ideal candidate will be a proficient user of Excel and ideally have experience with data manipulation tools such as Alteryx. The role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams globally to harness data, streamline processes, and drive business strategy. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of tax, turning data into actionable insights and fostering a culture of continuous innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities include:
  • Preparation of complex tax returns and review of basic tax returns prepared by junior team members.
  • Partnering with AP shared services, provision of training and guidance as required
  • Identify process improvements using data analysis tools and AI
  • Conduct focused internal business indirect tax audits
  • Monitor legislative indirect tax developments for opportunities and risks
  • Manage and coordinate tax audits
  • Nexus determinations
  • Taxability classifications
  • Exemption certificate management
  • Ownership of tax-critical data fields in ERP systems


QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting or tax, with meaningful responsibility for US state and local tax compliance
Knowledge of:
  • A broad range of sales and use tax processes
  • US property taxes
  • The use of ERP/Accounting systems to manage indirect taxes
  • The use of data analysis tools
  • Preferably experience in the use of AI, or failing this a keen interest to develop an understanding in this area
  • Familiarization of Indirect Taxes in Canada
  • Knowledge of customs duties and the implications of moving goods cross-border
Experiences:
  • Advising on indirect tax matters in practice and/or industry role
  • Implementing technology solutions, automation, and standardized workflows to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency and margins
  • Researching and advising on indirect tax matters in the US and preferably Canada
  • Managing relationships with external parties
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and operational concepts into clear, actionable guidance

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