Senior Tax Manager - Hybrid - up to $185,000 + Bonus

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About the Job

We are partnered with a global consumer products organization on the search for a Tax Manager / Senior Tax Manager to take on broader ownership across the company’s tax function.

This role supports U.S. and international operations and carries responsibility across corporate income tax, indirect tax, international reporting, and tax provisions. It sits at the intersection of execution and leadership within a complex, global environment.

The Mandate

This organization is very clear about what it is—and is not—seeking.

They are not looking for a hands-off tax leader or someone who wants to operate purely as a reviewer.

They are seeking a high-ownership tax manager who is willing to stay close to the work while also providing structure and judgment—particularly during close, filing, and audit cycles. The environment rewards accountability, rigor, and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and oversee U.S. federal and state income tax filings
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provision processes
• Support GAAP tax disclosures and financial reporting
• Oversee international tax compliance and foreign information reporting
• Coordinate transfer pricing compliance with external advisors
• Oversee sales and use tax, GST, and indirect tax compliance
• Serve as a key contact for federal and state tax audits
• Support tax planning initiatives and implementation
• Lead and develop junior tax team members

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7–10 years of progressive tax experience
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred; Big 4 a plus
• CPA preferred
• Experience across corporate income tax with exposure to international and indirect tax
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Clear operator mindset with comfort balancing execution and leadership

Location & Work Model

• Los Angeles Area: Hybrid schedule: 1-2 days per week onsite

Compensation

• Base salary: $150,000 – $185,000
• Bonus: Performance-based, aligned with level and experience

Interested?

This search is being conducted with a high degree of discretion.

If this role aligns with your background—or you know a tax leader you deeply respect who fits this profile—we welcome a confidential conversation.

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Signal and Strand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We—and our clients—do not discriminate in employment or contracting on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We comply fully with the provisions of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.