Senior Manager, State & Local Tax

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role: As a Senior Manager, State & Local Tax you will lead indirect tax compliance, planning, and audits for us and our subsidiaries. You will also support the federal and international tax functions with indirect tax implications of transactions and projects and oversee all state and local corporate income tax matters. You will ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, improve tax strategies, and minimize tax risks and exposures. You will report to the Director, US Tax & Global Tax Reporting and work remote. 100% Remote Role. Key Responsibilities: 1. Manage relationships with other corporate functions affecting Global Tax 2. Manage the co-sourced preparation and filing of state and local sales and use tax returns (approximately 1,100 per year) and payments for all U.S. jurisdictions 3. Manage the state and local sales and use tax audits and inquiries, including responding to information requests, reviewing audit workpapers, audit adjustments and settlements, and filing protests and appeals 4. Implement state and local indirect tax planning opportunities to reduce cash taxes and risk 5. Analyze state and local indirect tax implications of transactions and projects, such as mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and intercompany transactions 6. Develop state and local indirect tax procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements and ASC 450 reserves 7. Manage use and upgrades of technology tools such as Alteryx and Vertex. 8. Advise on SAP implementations for acquired and merged entities. 9. Review indirect tax journal entry postings before posting to SAP 10. Manage customer exemption certificates and prepare vendor exemption certificates and state income tax withholding exemptions 11. Review indirect tax account reconciliations 12. Help with U.S. federal and state income tax planning, compliance, and accounting, including ASC 740 provision. 13. Manage the co-sourced preparation of approximately 42 state income tax filings 14. Document state and local direct and indirect tax technical issues, positions and changes in tax law such as manufacturing/utility/capital-project exemptions, nexus studies, and registration requirements 15. Lead indirect tax analysts, and provide guidance to other tax team members 16. Manage state and local indirect tax budget and third-party advisory fees 17. Manage the preparation of returns for Canadian GST/HST/QST/PST 18. Manage and review the preparation and filing of miscellaneous filings such as W-9 forms, property tax returns, annual report filings, business licenses, federal excise tax returns, and unauthorized insurance tax returns. Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Master's degree in taxation or accounting preferred. 2. 10+ years of state & local tax experience. 3. Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm or multinational company, or working with a state tax authority preferred. 4. CPA preferred. 5. Technical knowledge of state and local tax laws and regulations. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $126,000 to $157,500 per year. #LI-Remote Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer: 1. Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Hea th Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options 2. Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members 3. 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement 4. Paid Vacations and Company Holidays 5. Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance 6. Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers 7. Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service 8. Employee Referral Program Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: 1. Safety and Quality 2. Integrity and Trust 3. Customer Focus and Innovation 4. Speed and Passion to Win 5. Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com. Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:Twitter|Facebook|LinkedIn|YouTube Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / VetAs an equal opportunity employer, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnams Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Westinghouse for assistance.