Performance Food Group

Senior Manager Transaction Tax

Performance Food Group$100K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • CPA preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive indirect tax experience
  • 3-5 years of team leadership experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Familiarity with tax engines and ERP systems like Vertex or SAP S/4HANA preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for high-volume transactional tax compliance
  • Oversee timely preparation and filing of transactional tax returns
  • Drive standardization and scalability across tax processes
  • Identify and mitigate tax risks across transactional tax processes
  • Serve as subject matter expert on indirect tax matters
  • Support system implementations and automation for tax processes
  • Promote adoption of tools and technologies to enhance efficiencies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a large team in a multi-entity environment
  • Focus on professional development and continuous improvement
  • Involvement in cross-functional partnerships with Finance, IT, and Operations
  • Ability to shape tax strategy through technical leadership
  • Access to advanced technology systems and tools
  • Engagement in risk management and audit support activities
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Overview

Performance Food Group is seeking a strategic, results-driven Senior Manager of Transactional Taxes to lead key indirect tax functions in a complex, high-volume, multi-entity, multi-state environment. This role provides leadership and oversight for sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, beverage tax, bottle deposits, ancillary filings, business licenses, unclaimed property, and related transactional tax obligations.

The Senior Manager will lead a team of 11 professionals, including 4 direct reports, and will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate compliance, strengthening processes and controls, supporting audits, and driving operational improvements. This position serves as both a technical leader and people leader, partnering cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Operations, and other business stakeholders to support scalable, compliant, and efficient tax operations.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals responsible for high-volume transactional tax compliance
  • Provide day-to-day leadership, prioritization, coaching, and accountability across assigned tax functions
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and professional growth
  • Review work product, support issue resolution, and ensure appropriate escalation of risks, delays, or quality concerns
  • Support performance management, talent development, and succession planning

Compliance & Operational Oversight
  • Oversee timely preparation and filing of transactional tax returns
  • Review and approve filings, working papers, and reconciliations
  • Drive standardization and scalability across processes and companies
  • Ensure deadlines and service levels are consistently met

Audit, Risk & Controls
  • Identify and mitigate tax risks across transactional tax processes
  • Strengthen internal controls, documentation standards, and SOX compliance
  • Support audits, notices, disputes, and exposure matters through timely research, documentation, and resolution
  • Maintain audit-ready workpapers and support defensible tax position

Technical & Advisory Leadership
  • Serve as SME on indirect tax matters
  • Interpret tax laws and apply to complex scenarios
  • Oversee technical research and support defensible positions
  • Monitor legislative developments

Process Improvement & Technology
  • Drive process improvements and efficiencies
  • Support system implementations and automation
  • Partner with IT and Finance on enhancements
  • Promote adoption of tools and technologies

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • CPA preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive indirect tax experience
  • 3-5 years of team leadership experience

Other Qualifications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with tax engines, ERP/financial systems, and data automation tools preferred, including Vertex, SAP S/4HANA, Alteryx, Power BI, or similar platforms.
  • Working knowledge of SOX requirements and tax research platforms
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
Deadline to Apply: 8/31/26

About Performance Food Group

Performance Food Group delivers more than 150,000 food and related products to customers across the United States, but that’s not all. They build lasting relationships with their customers, doing everything we can to ensure success.

Performance Food Group Careers

Join the dynamic team at Performance Food Group (PFG), one of the largest foodservice distributors in the nation, and propel your career to new heights in an industry-leading company. At PFG, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity, innovation, and growth, offering unparalleled job opportunities across various sectors of the food distribution industry.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a rewarding journey with Performance Food Group, where you can leverage your skills to drive significant change and efficiency in the foodservice sector. Our team at PFG is dedicated to excellence and leadership in delivering top-notch service and products to our customers.

Innovate and Lead

At PFG, innovation and leadership go hand in hand. Join our team to lead projects that transform the foodservice distribution landscape. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, your work will directly contribute to shaping the future of food distribution.

Be Part of a Great Team

Performance Food Group is not just a company; it’s a community. Here, you will work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, committed to sharing their knowledge and experience. Our culture promotes teamwork, professional growth, and networking, all within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Career Development

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership programs, and continuous professional development. Whether you are looking for an internship, entry-level position, or a managerial role, PFG offers a ladder to success, providing the tools and training necessary to grow your career.

Explore Job Opportunities

From logistics and supply chain management to sales and customer relations, the career paths at Performance Food Group are diverse and fulfilling. We are actively hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, curious, and eager to drive innovation in the foodservice industry.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a PFG internship. Gain hands-on experience, develop essential industry skills, and make invaluable networking connections. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the foodservice distribution industry, preparing you for full-time employment in your chosen field.

Benefits and Culture

At Performance Food Group, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer competitive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and wellness programs, designed to meet the needs of our diverse team members. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring that every team member can achieve their personal and professional goals.

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Join the Performance Food Group team to stay ahead in your career. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. Start your journey with us today, and help us redefine the standards of foodservice distribution.

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Learn more about Performance Food Group
Size
23,000 employees
Market Cap
$9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$174.5 million
Founded
1875
5 Year Trend
+24.9%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
NASDAQ

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