Indirect Tax Manager

Johns Manville

The Role

Overview

Oversee US sales/use tax, Canadian GST, property tax, incentives and audit compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • tax compliance
  • tax audits
  • tax software
  • property tax
  • incentive management
  • tax training

Tasks

-Manage U.S. sales and use tax and Canadian GST compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filing of returns and payments. Conduct tax research and planning as needed to support compliance and business operations. -Manage all phases of sales and use tax audits—including reverse audits —with responsibility for documentation and settlement negotiations. -Maintain and manage Thomson Reuters Indirect Tax Compliance Software, ensuring data accuracy, timely updates, and troubleshooting system issues. -Responsible for property tax accruals and payments. -Assist business units in acquiring and maximizing incentives on new capital additions - also responsible for process administration. -Supervise a team of two salaried employees, including performance management, hiring, and resource allocation. -Strengthen business partnerships by delivering targeted sales and use tax training to internal teams—focused on the tax implications of purchases and customer transactions. -Act as a liaison for global VAT tax compliance. -Manage third-party CPA firm relationship on property tax, sales and use tax audits, and special projects, ensuring effective support and timely resolution of business needs.

Requirements

  • cpa
  • thomson reuters
  • sap
  • mst
  • leadership
  • tax research

What You Bring

-Proven ability to research complex tax issues and resolve audit findings. -Strong leadership skills with a focus on mentoring, training, and building team expertise. Promotes a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and cross-functional knowledge sharing. -Master of Tax (MST) and/or CPA preferred. -Experience with Thomson Reuters Indirect Tax Compliance Software preferred. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. -Minimum of 7 years of sales and use tax experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. -Experience with SAP or other ERP systems. -Highly organized with strong time management and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

-Prior exposure to property tax and business incentives is preferred.

The Company

About Johns Manville

-Renowned for innovative products and commitment to quality with a history spanning over 160 years. -Manufactures fiberglass insulation, roofing systems, and engineered solutions for industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. -Provides high-performance building materials for various construction projects. -Known for cutting-edge insulation solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability globally. -Contributes to the durability and sustainability of vital structures through large-scale infrastructure projects. -Supplies advanced roofing systems for iconic commercial buildings and large-scale energy facilities. -Products support renewable energy applications, including solar and wind projects.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Aerospace

Automotive

Filtration

Commercial Interiors

Waterproofing

Security Clearance

-pre-employment substance abuse testing is performed.