Manager, Indirect Tax - State and Local Tax

Purpose At Floor and Decor, we serve our customers with excellent service, a safe shopping environment, inspirational displays, and a compelling shopping experience. We also build careers. We look for those who believe in helping the company succeed, serving our customers, and working together in a respectful, collaborative, and fun environment where every voice counts. Every associate is part of our success. The Manager of Indirect Tax directly reports to the Director of Indirect Tax and will have primary responsibility for state and local tax matters, including the development of tax strategies, communications with state and local tax departments and external tax advisors, and oversight of sales and use taxes, property taxes, our tax exempt/resale certificate management system, and tax audits. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with the Director of Indirect Tax to identify strategic opportunities to improve our state and local tax structure and compliance processes. Scope of Responsibility Manage the preparation, review and filing of US indirect tax returns and other applicable taxes. Requires coordination with external service providers to ensure timely and accurate completion of all tax filings. Oversee reconciliation and accurate posting of journal entries for all indirect tax related accounts. Support other indirect filings, such as license registrations and renewals, various gross receipts and excise tax returns, and others. Understand product and services taxability, tax resale/exemption certificate and license rules by jurisdiction and provide tax advice and guidance. Communicate with taxing jurisdictions, vendors, and other departments on their indirect tax/business license questions and resolve potential liability issues. Participate in managing tax audits related to indirect taxes. Monitor, research, review, and communicate all pertinent sales and use tax legislation and determine the impact on the Company. Supervise, mentor, and train analyst on state and local tax projects, and provide meaningful feedback and professional development opportunities. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, construction, and technology. Essential Skills Must be detailed-oriented and possess strong analytical skills Ability to research difficult state and local tax matters, summarize findings, and present recommendations to the Director of Indirect Tax. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self-driven and dynamic team player with strong ability to analyze, solve problems, and adapt to changing organizational and operational needs Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite Experience with analytical data tools, such as Alteryx, SQL, etc. Skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail Experience & Education Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance 5+ years of state and local tax experience, including with sales and use taxes Active CPA or CMI license required. Public accounting experience a plus. Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment) Limited to no travel required The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet. Physical/Sensory Requirements Sedentary Work - Ability to exert 10 - 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Note: Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion. Benefits & Rewards Bonus opportunities at every level Career advancement opportunities Relocation opportunities across the country 401k with discretionary company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Referral Bonus Program A personal holiday and Volunteer Time Off program Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria) Equal Employment Opportunity Floor & Decor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all associates and applicants. F&D recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.

Created: 2024-11-09