Senior Tax Manager

ERM

Senior Tax Manager leading U.S. and Canadian tax compliance for ERM, the global sustainability consultancy.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeHouston • Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in U.S. federal, state, and local corporate tax compliance, tax accounting under ASC 740, and IFRS reporting. Capable of leading tax governance activities, managing external tax advisors, and leveraging technology to enhance tax operations.

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U.S. Federal, State, And Local Corporate Tax ComplianceTax Accounting Under ASC 740Indirect Tax Compliance And ManagementERP Implementation ExperienceCPA, MST, Or Equivalent Professional Qualification

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax AccountingIndirect TaxesTax ForecastingRegulatory InquiriesM&A Tax ExperienceCross-Border TaxContract ReviewProblem-SolvingAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Project ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam DevelopmentPriority ManagementFast-Paced Work Environment Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365SAPOracleTax TechnologyAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMST

Industry Keywords

Corporate Tax ComplianceTax GovernanceTax Processes AutomationCanadian Corporate TaxPublic Accounting Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead North America corporate tax compliance, tax accounting, indirect taxes, and tax governance activities
Serve as the primary tax advisor for U.S. and Canadian operations
Support ERP implementation, legal entity restructuring, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration
Strengthen tax processes through automation, technology, and responsible AI adoption
Partner with Finance, Legal, Commercial, Technology, Operations, and Global Tax teams
Develop and mentor an Indirect Tax Analyst
Lead U.S. federal, state, and local tax compliance activities
Oversee Canadian corporate tax compliance with external providers
Manage ASC 740 and IFRS tax accounting and reporting
Prepare tax forecasts, budgets, reconciliations, and provision calculations
Resolve tax notices, audits, examinations, and regulatory inquiries
Oversee U.S. indirect tax compliance and review filings and compliance documentation
Advise stakeholders on tax implications of contracts, proposals, and commercial arrangements
Support cross-border activities involving withholding taxes, permanent establishment risks, payroll matters, and treaty considerations
Manage external tax advisors and collaborate with the Global Tax team
Strengthen tax governance frameworks, controls, and documentation
Drive process standardization, automation, and responsible adoption of AI and emerging tax technologies
Monitor legislative developments and assess business implications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
8+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both
Strong expertise in U.S. federal, state, and local corporate tax compliance
Experience with tax accounting under ASC 740 and working knowledge of IFRS reporting requirements
Knowledge of U.S. indirect taxes, including sales and use tax, property tax, gross receipts taxes, transaction-based taxes, and business licensing requirements
Experience reviewing work, managing priorities, and developing team members
Experience managing external tax advisors and working with tax authorities
Strong project management, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred CPA, MST, or equivalent professional qualification
Exposure to Canadian corporate tax or indirect tax matters
Experience within a multinational or professional services environment
M&A, cross-border tax, contract review, or legal entity restructuring experience
Experience supporting ERP implementations or finance transformation programs
Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, or other major ERP platforms
Advanced Excel skills and experience with tax technology, reporting, workflow, or automation tools
Interest in leveraging technology, analytics, and AI to improve tax operations and business outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Direct mentorship from ERM's Global Head of Tax
Exposure to major international initiatives
Professional growth and broader leadership opportunities
Ongoing development across technical, business, and personal growth subject areas
Diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment
Equal Employment Opportunity