Job description
As a Tax and Compliance Manager you can expect to…
- Serve as the internal lead for all federal, state, and local tax compliance matters, including income tax, sales and use tax, and other indirect taxes across a multi-entity, multi-state footprint
- Partner with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all required returns, while maintaining internal accountability for documentation and audit readiness
- Own and maintain a comprehensive tax compliance calendar, ensuring internal stakeholders are aligned on deadlines, deliverables, and regulatory obligations
- Track and document tax positions, nexus determinations, and exemption certificates, and ensure proper integration with ERP and tax automation systems
- Monitor evolving tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on HSO’s operations, and proactively recommend changes to internal processes or policies
- Lead internal responses to tax authority inquiries and audits in collaboration with external consultants, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
- Develop and maintain internal tax compliance policies and procedures that scale with HSO’s rapid growth and geographic expansion
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations to ensure tax considerations are embedded in business decisions, system implementations, and strategic initiatives
- Support M&A due diligence, new service launches, and international expansion from a tax compliance perspective. Manage contract renewals, extensions, and terminations
- Propose and implement process-level improvement, staying current with best practices and industry trends
You’re great at…
Owning accountability by ensuring external consultants deliver while keeping HSO internally audit-ready
Turning complexity into clarity by communicating compliance information in a clear, concise way that enables the Executive Leadership Team to make confident decisions
Scaling with systems and continuous improvement by leveraging ERP platforms (Dynamics 365 F&O preferred), tax automation tools (Avalara, Vertex), and staying current with industry trends and HSO’s evolving growth needs
Anticipating risk with flexibility and attention to detail, spotting nexus issues, VAT exposure, or contract compliance risks before they become costly while managing multiple priorities effectively
Acting as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders by partnering through growth initiatives such as acquisitions and new product launches, positioning tax compliance as a true growth enabler
Navigating regulated markets by ensuring compliance with the heightened requirements of public sector and government contracts
Leading without ego by managing external advisors as true partners, knowing when to escalate or bring in expertise, and communicating in a timely, professional manner
Driving measurable outcomes by holding yourself accountable to clear KPIs such as zero missed filings, clean audits, optimized tax positions, and reduced compliance incidents
Learning new concepts quickly and thoroughly
Promoting the mission and Shared Values of our company
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MST preferred)
5+ years of experience in tax compliance or tax advisory, preferably in a multi-state, multi-entity environment
Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state tax regulations, including sales and use tax
Experience managing relationships with external consultants/advisors
Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
We offer competitive pay with and performance-based bonus. Our employees also enjoy generous paid time off and a flexible and affordable benefits program designed to help you be and stay well, including: medical, dental & vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, health reimbursement account, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Additionally, you’ll have the benefit of working alongside enthusiastic and energetic teammates in a dynamic and thriving environment.
HSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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