Tax Director

Salary :

$135,000 - 210,000 yearly

Company : Dancker

Job Type : Full Time

Somerville, Nj

Number of Applicants

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Job Description - Tax Director

Job Description
The Tax Director is responsible for leading and managing all tax-related activities for the company, with a primary focus on Sales and Use Tax compliance, State and Local Income Taxes, and Payroll-related tax matters. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations while supporting business operations through proactive tax planning, audit management, and process improvement. The Tax Director will serve as the internal subject matter expert on indirect and state taxes for a multi‑state distribution business.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Use Tax

Oversee multi‑state sales and use tax compliance, including registrations, filings, and remittances.
Manage exemption certificate processes, documentation, and audits.
Monitor nexus exposure and advise leadership on new state registration and compliance requirements.
Partner with Operations, IT, and ERP teams to ensure accurate tax determination and system configuration.
Manage and respond to state and local sales tax audits, including data requests, negotiations, and resolutions.

State & Local Income / Franchise Taxes

Oversee preparation and review of state and local income, franchise, and gross receipts tax filings.
Manage apportionment, sourcing, and filing positions across multiple jurisdictions.
Coordinate with external tax advisors on complex state tax matters and filing support.
Identify tax planning opportunities related to entity structure, business expansion, and operational changes.

Payroll & Employment Taxes

Provide oversight of payroll tax compliance, including federal, state, and local filings.
Partner with Payroll and HR to ensure accurate tax treatment of compensation, benefits, and multi‑state employees.
Support payroll tax audits and notices; ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.

Tax Planning & Advisory

Serve as a strategic advisor to Finance and executive leadership on tax implications of business initiatives.
Evaluate tax impacts related to acquisitions, new locations, new revenue streams, and operational changes.
Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and assess impact on the organization.

Governance, Controls & Process Improvement

Establish and maintain strong tax controls, documentation standards, and internal procedures.
Improve efficiency through process automation and system enhancements.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
Prepare and present tax-related updates, risks, and exposures to senior leadership.

External & Internal Collaboration

Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and taxing authorities.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Payroll, HR, Operations, and IT.
Support month‑end and year‑end close processes related to tax accruals and disclosures.

Qualifications
Education & Credentials

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA and/or MST strongly preferred

Experience

8–12+ years of progressive tax experience, including:
- Sales & Use Tax in a multi‑state environment
- State and Local Income/Franchise Taxes
- Payroll and employment tax exposure
Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or similar multi‑entity environments preferred
Proven experience managing tax audits and working with external advisors

Skills & Competencies

Deep knowledge of state and local tax regulations
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to communicate complex tax concepts to non‑tax stakeholders
Comfortable operating in a hands‑on, mid‑sized company environment
High attention to detail with strong judgment and ownership mindset

Leadership & Working Style

Strategic yet practical; able to balance compliance with business enablement
Collaborative partner to Finance leadership and operational teams
Proactive, solutions‑oriented, and comfortable working with ambiguity

Salary Range: $135k-$210k will be based on capability and experience

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