Tax Manager

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