The Contribution You'll bring to this Role:Justrite Safety Group is looking for a Senior Manager of Tax in their Deerfield, IL location. The Senior Manager of Tax is a strategic role within the organization that will report directly to the Vice President & Corporate Controller. This person will take the lead in developing and executing the vision for the tax operations and strategy of a high growth, acquisitive, decentralized organization. Working in conjunction with our third-party tax service provider, Senior Manager of Tax will oversee all tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax planning. This key strategic role will provide leadership and oversight for all global corporate tax matters, including tax compliance, tax accounting, tax planning, transfer pricing, tax research, sales and use tax, VAT and property tax.
This position will not have direct supervisory responsibilities. However, this person will work closely with the CFO, our third-party tax service firm, and the controller groups at each of the Company's operating units.
About the Team:As a member of our
Finance team, you'll be working with professionals dedicated to excellence and innovation. At Justrite Safety Group, you'll work alongside some of the best in the industry, collaborating on impactful projects that drive business success. Our team values precision, strategic thinking, and a passion for delivering results. Together, we create a supportive and challenging environment where you can grow your skills and make meaningful contributions to the company's financial strength and strategic goals.
What You'll Do at Justrite:- Manage the relationship with third- party tax service provider and external auditors
- Identify, analyze, and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize cash tax and coordinate efforts with external tax advisors
- Oversight of tax matters related to M&A and new entity setup
- Coordinate preparation and review of all US, State and Canada tax returns and ensure timely filing
- Oversight of the Company's international tax returns across several jurisdictions
- Coordinate and review the annual consolidated US GAAP provision under ASC 740
- Responsible for all income tax-related General Ledger Accounts and the preparation of all accruals and account reconciliations
- Monitor tax updates and law changes and advise management on needed actions
- Maintain transfer pricing strategy and coordinate transfer pricing files. Prepare transfer pricing documentation and intercompany service agreements
- Estimate and monitor the amount of cash to be paid to the tax authorities on a periodical basis. Oversee payment of extension, estimate and final tax payments
- Liaison with finance and accounting team leaders within the organization on all tax matters
- Interact with Internal Revenue Service and state governments to resolve issues related to ongoing audits, returns, and payments
- Oversee sales tax compliance, maintain tax engine set up for Vertex and Avalara, review and maintain tax exemption certificates from customers
Your Skills and Expertise:- Bachelor's degree in Tax, Accounting, or related field
- 8+ years of overall experience in tax
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization and across departments
- Experience in the use of complex spreadsheets, accounting, and tax systems
- Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and continuous process improvement mindset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Assertive, action oriented, hands-on, "roll up your sleeves"-type approach
- Energetic, strong work ethic, resilient, collaborative, ability to juggle multiple projects at once and personally committed to achieving success
- Strong ASC740 tax accounting skills, including acquisition accounting
- Strong federal and state income tax background, awareness of international tax
- Experience building efficient tax consolidation processes
- Experience with decentralized multinational organizations
- M&A post acquisition income tax process integration
- Demonstrated strong project management skills, including ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Experience working in a national CPA tax firm
- Experience working in a private equity backed middle-market manufacturing company (preferred but not required)
Compensation:The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $150,000-175,000.
Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.
Benefits:Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.
Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.
