Tax Manager

Location: St Louis, Missouri
Employment type: Direct Hire
Source: PEG Staffing job board (Bullhorn job 4243)

Tax Manager

PEG Staffing & Recruiting | Direct Hire Opportunity

PEG Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with a respected financial services organization to identify a skilled Tax Manager for a high-impact leadership opportunity. This role is ideal for a tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced corporate environment, enjoys solving complex tax challenges, and is passionate about process improvement and team leadership.

If you’re looking for a position where your expertise in state and local tax will directly influence business operations and strategic initiatives, we’d love to connect with you.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Lead the preparation and review of multi-state corporate income and franchise tax filings.

- Manage the full cycle of state tax compliance activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

- Oversee state income tax, sales/use tax, and franchise tax audits.

- Coordinate quarterly estimates and extension filings.

- Research state tax regulations and provide guidance on tax positions and compliance matters.

- Support tax planning initiatives related to acquisitions, restructuring, and organizational changes.

- Drive process improvements and automation efforts within the tax function.

- Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to streamline tax reporting and apportionment processes.

- Maintain strong internal controls and review procedures across compliance activities.

- Mentor and lead a small team while fostering collaboration and accountability.

What We’re Looking For

- 5+ years of corporate tax experience with a strong focus on state and local taxation.

- Experience working in complex corporate or financial services environments preferred.

- Background managing or mentoring team members.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to interpret tax regulations and apply them in a practical business setting.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

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

- Master’s degree and/or CPA designation preferred.

- Experience with corporate tax software and compliance platforms.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

- Familiarity with Power BI, Power Query, Alteryx, or similar technologies is a plus.