Manager, Tax

Job DetailsJob Location: Kansas City Office - Kansas City, MO 64131JOB SUMMARY  The Tax Manager's primary responsibilities include assisting outside tax firms in preparing federal and state returns. The role will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. The role will advise and provide leadership oversight in all areas of tax for the executive management team.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  Assists outside tax firm in preparing federal, and state returns. Prepare local and special tax returns by collecting, analyzing and formatting financial information. Comply with federal, state, and local requirements by studying regulations; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions; communicating with attorneys, and tax specialists to ensure timely tax reporting requirements Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies. Contribute to the finance team’s effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects, monthly and quarterly provision computations, preparing estimated tax payments, overseeing monthly sales tax compliance across entities, responsible for all compliance across entities. Provide leadership and oversight in all areas of tax for the executive management team. QualificationsKNOWLEDGE & REQUIREMENTS Minimum years of work experience: 8 years  Minimum of 5-10 years in public accounting practice as a tax professional with experience in corporate, state and local tax Minimum of 3-5 years of professional tax experience in a corporate tax department outside public practice Bachelors Degree in Taxation Travel Requirements: Domestic and/or International, up to >10%   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequent sitting in stationary position at a desk Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs Occasional twisting of body Occasional reaching by extending hands and arms in any direction Occasional lifting, pulling, or pushing