Mortenson Construction

Indirect Tax Team Lead

Mortenson Construction$94K — $141K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred or equivalent education and experience
  • Minimum seven years of experience in business tax compliance
  • Experience with multi-state tax compliance
  • Preferred experience in construction and real estate industries
  • Familiarity with Vertex O Series and Oracle systems
  • Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee indirect tax return preparation and filing
  • Research tax requirements for new activities
  • Determine personal property tax obligations and review submissions
  • Review tax inquiries and manage exemption certificates
  • Maintain tax calendars, matrices, and reconciliations
  • Optimize tax calculations with technology partners
  • Manage audits related to sales, use, excise, and property tax

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plans including vision coverage
  • Dental plan available
  • Generous 401k retirement plan match
  • Paid time off and holiday leaves
  • Employer provided life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-cost mental health resources and concierge services
  • Tuition reimbursement options
  • Adoption assistance support
  • Discount program for gym memberships
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Indirect Tax Team Lead responsible for overseeing indirect tax compliance, systems, and governance processes for Mortenson and its entities. The position partners closely with Finance Operations, Legal, ITS, and external advisors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant indirect tax outcomes while supporting scalable business growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Oversee preparation and filing of indirect tax returns monthly
  • Research indirect tax requirements for new activities and entities
  • Determine personal property tax requirements and review renditions in various tax jurisdictions
  • Review tax inquiries and lead exemption certificate management
  • Manage tax calendar, matrices, tax rates, and general ledger account reconciliations
  • Review of Vertex calculations, optimize configuration of system with technology partners
  • Develop and improve indirect tax ,procedures
  • Manage sales, use, excise, and property tax audits
  • Manage resolution of sales, use, excise, and property tax notices from state and local tax authorities


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience
  • Minimum seven years related experience in business tax compliance
  • Previous experience in multi-state tax compliance
  • Previous experience in construction and real estate industries preferred
  • Previous experience with Vertex O Series and Oracle preferred
  • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
  • Ability to perform in a fast paced, changing environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Positive, professional attitude and excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and build successful business relationships across the company
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program


The base pay range for this role is $94,200 - $141,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.


About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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