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Title : Tax Manager

Location : Georgetown, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time, Direct Hire

Work Authorization : Citizen, Green Card Holder, or authorized to work in the

About the Role

This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations while partnering closely with leadership to establish scalable, compliant tax processes . The Tax Manager will serve as the primary tax subject-matter expert for the organization and act as a key liaison with external tax advisors.

Key Responsibilities Tax Compliance & Reporting

Establish and own tax compliance across income, sales & use, property, and other indirect taxes , building foundational processes to support Compal’s operations

Manage ASC income tax accounting, including uncertain tax positions and disclosures

Prepare, review, and manage timely and accurate tax filings and payments

Oversee tax provision calculations and reporting in accordance with GAAP

Ensure accurate tax accounting, documentation, and reconciliations

Audit & Risk Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for tax audits and inquiries from federal, state, and local tax authorities

Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to manage audits efficiently and resolve issues

Identify tax risks and implement controls to mitigate exposure and ensure compliance

Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Operations, and Supply Chain to embed tax considerations into business processes

Provide tax guidance related to inventory, fixed assets, cost accounting, and manufacturing operations

Support ERP and systems enhancements related to tax reporting and compliance

Process & Team Leadership

Establish scalable tax processes, controls, and documentation aligned with SOX and internal governance standards

Mentor and develop internal tax or accounting staff supporting tax-related activities

Drive continuous improvement in tax compliance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency

Qualifications Must-Have

Degree in Taxation

CPA designation

• years of progressive tax experience, including tax compliance

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations

Experience supporting manufacturing environments

Proven ability to manage tax audits and work with external tax advisors

Strong analytical, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills

Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

What You Bring

Timely and accurate completion of all tax filings and provisions

Successful resolution of tax audits

Proactive identification and mitigation of tax risks

Implementation of standardized tax processes and documentation

Effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external advisors