State And Local Tax Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The State and Local Tax Manager oversees all State and Local Tax matters, including managing audits and inquiries, registering Calista and its subsidiaries in new jurisdictions, and calculating and paying State and Local Taxes. Calista has many dynamic and expanding business lines, requiring diligence and the ability to research and understand rules in new jurisdictions. The State and Local Tax Manager provides leadership on tax matters while developing processes to achieve reporting efficiencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Coordinate with Accounting and Operations teams to gather and review information required in preparing State and Local income, property, sales/use, excise, and other tax returns.

· Research issues and provide technical advice on state tax issues including compliance, planning, structuring, and disputes.

· Assist with tax compliance and calculations of State and Local payments.

· Register new entities and obtain licenses for activities in new jurisdictions.

· Respond to inquiries from tax authorities and internal stakeholders.

· Develop systems to capture necessary information for tax obligations and filings.

· Work with other departments (Payroll, Fixed Assets, Operations) on filings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

· Knowledge of State and Local taxation concepts and structures (income, property, sales/use, and excise taxes).

· Working knowledge of GAAP.

· Ability to research tax laws and regulations on a timely basis.

· Ability to process a high volume of data with accuracy and meet various deadlines.

· Skills in computerized accounting systems and Excel.

· Proven ability to calculate and manage accounting figures and financial records.

· Ability to use good judgment and discretion, making decisions based on available information.

· Proven ability to professionally and effectively communicate with co-workers, business partners, and tax authorities in writing and verbally.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

· Minimum of five years of progressively responsible tax experience.

· Experience with Deltek/Costpoint preferred.

· CPA or CMA preferred.

· Ability to pass a drug, background, reference, and credit screening.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The Finance Department is a fast-paced multi-tasking environment, requiring regular attendance. Work may require occasional overtime.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $157,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Family leave
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Costpoint (Deltek): 1 year (Preferred)
• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• progressively responsible tax: 5 years (Preferred)
• State and Local taxation concepts and structures: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)
• CMA (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellevue, WA 98007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bellevue, WA 98007