Manager, Tax

Walmart

Walmart tax manager analyzing transaction-tax law and leading sales-tax systems modernization. Managing taxability, regulatory implementations, and partners across U.S.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeBentonville • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in indirect tax, particularly in sales tax law and system management, while effectively leading teams and managing multiple projects. Strong communication and research skills are essential for collaborating with technology teams and guiding associates.

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Indirect Tax ExperienceSales Tax Engine ExperienceTax Research SkillsLeadership SkillsBachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

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Hard Skills

Sales Tax Law AnalysisSystem IntegrationRule CreationTaxability CategorizationRegulatory Fees ManagementAccounting ComplianceFinance ManagementEcommerce TaxationTechnical Tax ConceptsProject Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsGuidance and SupportLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Sales Tax SystemsTax Modernization Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMIJDMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

RetailEcommerceConsultingBig 4Indirect Tax Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and analyze legislative and regulatory changes to state and local sales tax law.
Manage the team implementing sales tax law changes.
Manage categorization and review of item-level attributes to assign proper taxability.
Maintain Walmart’s current sales tax systems.
Participate in the Tax Modernization project and prepare for its full launch.
Communicate tax technical requirements to technology teams and internal and external partners.
Manage multiple responsibilities and provide guidance and support to Sales Tax Operations associates.
Assist with other projects as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of indirect tax experience, including sales tax, use tax, regulatory fees, and technical concepts.
1–2 years of hands-on sales tax engine experience, including system integration, rule creation, and general system management.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field and 2 years’ experience in accounting, finance, income tax compliance, or related area; alternatively, 4 years’ experience in those areas.
Experience in industry, including retail and/or ecommerce, and/or consulting, including Big 4.
Strong tax research and writing skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and guide and support associates.
Advanced degree or taxation certification such as JD, Master’s Degree, CPA, or CMI is preferred, not required.
Preferred qualifications include leading cross-functional projects, supervisory experience, and license to practice law in at least one state.
Drug-free workplace policy and compliance with workplace alcohol and illegal-drug rules.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off, including sick leave
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for through eligible Live Better U programs
Annual or quarterly performance bonuses
Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions