Tax Operations Manager

SRS Acquiom

Tax Operations Manager leading tax operations for accurate reporting and compliance. Collaborating with internal and external teams on tax-related functions in M&A transactions.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the Tax Operations team, providing coaching, performance management, and development to ensure high‑quality execution and strong employee engagement.
Oversee day‑to‑day tax operations, including withholding, reconciliation, and reporting for Forms 1042‑S, 8288 and 8288-A, and 1099, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
Manage tax responsibilities related to mergers, acquisitions, and transaction‑based payments, including Shareholder tax form validation, deal review support, and withholding determination.
Partner cross‑functionally with the Payments, Relationship and Releases teams as well as external advisors to ensure appropriate tax treatment and consistent execution of tax processes.
Establish, maintain, and enhance tax controls, workflows, and documentation to mitigate financial, operational, and regulatory risk.
Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and guide the team in implementing required process or compliance updates.
Oversee tax reconciliations, filings, audit support, and responses to regulatory inquiries.
Drive operational efficiency and scalability through process improvement, standardization, and effective use of technology.
Prepare, send, and file Customer Tax Documents and other related documents such as 1099s, 1042-S forms, and 8288 forms within the appropriate timelines as stipulated by the IRS.
Serve as an escalation point for complex tax issues, providing guidance and decision‑making support.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of tax operations and organizational objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of progressive experience in tax operations, compliance, or related tax functions.
3–5 years of people management or team leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. tax reporting and withholding requirements, including Forms 1042‑S, 8288‑A, and 1099, with deep familiarity across payroll and M&A‑related transactions.
Experience supporting tax requirements for mergers, acquisitions, and transaction‑based payments.
Proven ability to lead scalable operations through effective controls, procedure development, and risk mitigation.
Demonstrated success partnering cross‑functionally and across geographically distributed teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced, regulatory environment.
High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and customer risk management.
NetSuite experience preferred; knowledge of the M&A process a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Day‑one coverage: medical, dental, and vision plans so you’re protected from the start
A 401(k) with a 4% company match to keep your future on track
Discretionary time off - take the time you need, when you need it
Employer‑paid life insurance, with the option to add extra coverage for peace of mind
Employee Assistance Programs for confidential support when life gets complicated
Discounted pet insurance (because furry family members count, too)
A fitness credit to back your health and wellness goals
Pre‑tax plans for dependent care, transportation, and flexible spending

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax operationscomplianceU.S. tax reportingwithholding requirementsForms 1042-SForms 8288-AForms 1099mergersacquisitionstransaction-based payments

Soft Skills

people managementteam leadershipcross-functional collaborationoperational efficiencyprocess improvementattention to detailaccuracycustomer risk managementdecision-makingperformance management