Manager, Indirect Tax

Equifax • Atlanta, GA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. Equifax is a global data, analytics, and technology company powered by the brainpower of nearly 15,000 team members. We are looking for a smart, confident, and dynamic Manager of Indirect Tax & Tax Technology to help us power the world with knowledge. In this role, you will not just manage tax; you will innovate the way we use technology to drive financial inclusion and business growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in indirect tax, with a specific focus on technology or multi-state service industries.
• Specific, measurable experience implementing or maintaining Vertex tax software integrated with Oracle or similar global ERPs.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex tax research using digital research platforms and translating findings into business requirements.
• Direct experience managing and successfully closing state and local indirect tax audits.
• Advanced data literacy, including the ability to manipulate large datasets in Excel or similar analytics platforms for tax reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Taxation.
• Big 4 public accounting experience with a focus on State & Local Tax (SALT).
• Experience with Alteryx, Tableau, or AI-driven tax automation tools.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform and Google Workspace tools.
• A "Grow and Innovate" mindset with a track record of automating manual financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Taxability Research & Analysis: Perform deep-dive research into state and local tax (SALT) laws to determine the accurate taxability of products and services utilized and sold by Equifax and its subsidiaries.
• Strategic Client Consultation: Lead internal and external client meetings to address complex inquiries and provide expert guidance regarding product taxability.
• Contractual Review: Evaluate and refine indirect tax clauses within client contractual agreements to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• GL & Financial Integrity: Manage general ledger accounting for tax, including the precision reconciliation of GL account details against billing data and Vertex tax reports.
• Systems Management: Serve as a functional user and administrator of Vertex tax application software and supporting technology platforms.
• Audit Defense & Mitigation: Direct audit mitigation strategies related to sales, use, and property taxes to protect company interests.
• Notice Resolution & Documentation: Resolve state tax notices by preparing formal letters of understanding and technical memorandums detailing company actions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Oversee the preparation and filing of business registration documents to ensure multi-state operational standing.
• Operational Excellence: Manage essential administrative workflows, including the meticulous maintenance of state and local tax files and compliance calendars

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees