American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Lead Manager - Tax (US)

Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of tax experience, specifically in the non-profit sector
  • Experience managing tax compliance for a multi-state organization
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • CPA or similar professional credential required
  • Strong understanding of tax compliance from both a US and international perspective

Responsibilities

  • Oversee preparation of key tax returns ensuring accuracy
  • Manage sales tax collection and remittance with Vertex
  • Engage with external advisors to navigate global compliance obligations
  • Research tax issues and create necessary procedures
  • Support global tax initiatives and finance transformation projects
  • Manage external tax advisor relationships and compliance partners
  • Handle tax audits and governmental inquiries effectively
  • Prepare and forecast tax expense budgets amidst changing laws

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule promoting work-life balance
  • Membership in a diverse global team that values inclusion
  • Comprehensive healthcare options
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time-off and parental leave
  • Access to mental health resources
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
About the Role:

You will lead tax and compliance activities for the Association and its related organizations in the US, facilitating the expansion of tax and compliance activities given the dynamic operations of the organization. Work with external and internal partners to support strategic goals and ensure compliance both in the US and internationally. You will report to the Director - Tax & Compliance and line manage one Specialist. You will use a hybrid work schedule.

You Will:
  • Oversee preparation of the 990 and 990T, 5500 and property tax returns, ensuring accurate submissions
  • Ensure accurate US sales taxes are collected and remitted, managing the relationship with Vertex
  • Monitor sales, engaging with external tax advisors and partnering with other members of the tax team to assess compliance obligations globally
  • Research and understand applicable tax issues and to implement supporting procedures
  • Support global tax and finance projects and transformation programs
  • Manage relationships with external tax advisors and compliance partners.
  • Take charge of tax audits and notices.
  • Ensure responses to governmental tax related matters.
  • Prepare tax expense budgets and forecasts, staying up to date with tax law changes affecting taxation of the organization.


You Have:
  • 5 years+ tax experience in the non-profit sector
  • Experience with a multi-state organization
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • CPA or other relevant professional qualification


How We Support You:

We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.

We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.

We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.

The Annual Salary Range for this role is: $100k - $130k

Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact [email protected]

If you're interested in this role, please apply before 11 September 2026

While this role can work remotely in the US, please note that we are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.

About American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) is the national professional organization of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in the United States, with more than 431,000 members worldwide. The AICPA sets ethical standards for the profession and U.S. auditing standards for private companies, nonprofit organizations, and federal, state, and local governments. It also develops and grades the Uniform CPA Examination.
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