Indirect Tax Manager
Robert Half · Seattle, WA · 3 wk ago
On-siteAccountingTemporary
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to support tax operations for a hybrid team based in Seattle, Washington. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for a senior team member who can step in quickly, work independently, and oversee a complex multi‑jurisdiction compliance calendar with minimal supervision. The role focuses on maintaining accurate filings, guiding close activities, and providing practical tax insight in a fast‑paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the full monthly indirect tax compliance process across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring activities move forward on schedule and risks are addressed early.
- Review indirect tax filings prepared by team members, including sales and use tax, business and occupation tax, and other state or local returns, to confirm accuracy and completeness before submission.
- Coordinate month‑end tax close activities by setting timelines, aligning stakeholders, and making sure filings and payments are completed by required deadlines.
- Evaluate tax accruals and related journal entries to support accurate financial reporting and compliance with internal standards.
- Make well‑reasoned taxability determinations on transactions and filing positions, escalating only when issues require broader review.
- Provide day‑to‑day technical guidance to tax staff, helping strengthen the quality and consistency of compliance work.
- Support administrative and operational tasks that keep the indirect tax function running efficiently throughout the reporting cycle.
- Assist with process adjustments tied to team transition needs while maintaining continuity in compliance execution and deadline management.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of tax experience, with strong depth in indirect tax management and compliance.
- Demonstrated success overseeing multi‑state monthly indirect tax filings in a high‑volume environment.
- Hands‑on experience reviewing corporate tax return components related to indirect tax obligations.
- Strong knowledge of indirect tax rules, including sales tax, use tax, and state or local business tax requirements.
- Proven ability to manage compliance independently with limited onboarding and minimal day‑to‑day oversight.
- Consistent track record of meeting filing deadlines accurately and without lapses.
- Strong analytical judgment and attention to detail when reviewing returns, accruals, and taxability decisions.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance available to contract/temporary professionals.
- Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.