State And Local Tax Manager

Calista Corporation
Regular
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.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).
EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, State and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable State and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.