Corporate Tax Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Corporate Tax Manager oversees numerous federal, state, and local tax matters, including managing audits and inquiries, registering Calista and its subsidiaries in new jurisdictions, and coordinating with Accounting and Operations personnel.  Calista has many dynamic and expanding business lines, requiring diligence and the ability to research and understand rules in new jurisdictions.

This position supports and implements continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging technology, automation, and data integration to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax reporting and compliance. The Corporate Tax Manager provides leadership on tax matters while maintaining continuous improvement through technology-enabled solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate with Accounting and Operations teams to gather and review information required for income, property, sales/use, excise, and other tax returns.

• Research technical issues and provide advice on compliance, business planning, and audits.

• Prepare, review, and support tax filings, compliance, payments, and general ledger recording. 

• Register new entities and assist with tax licenses in new jurisdictions.

• Manage correspondence with tax authorities and assist in resolving audits, inquires, and related matters. 

• Support and contribute to technology driven improvements to tax processes, reporting, and compliance activities, including automation and efficiency initiatives.

• Partner with IT and Accounting to implement and optimize tax-related systems (e.g., ERP and reporting tools) to improve data accuracy and reporting efficiency.

• Serve as the tax subject matter expert for system configurations, upgrades, and new business implementations as needed.

• Work with other departments (Payroll, Fixed Assets, Operations) to develop supporting documentation and ensure accurate reporting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of taxation concepts and structures (income, property, sales/use, and excise taxes).

• Knowledge of GAAP concepts, especially accrual accounting. 

• Ability to develop and understand factual background to then research applicable laws and regulations.

• Ability to process a high volume of data with accuracy and meet various deadlines.

• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and leverage technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting.

• Ability to translate business and tax requirements into system or process improvements in collaboration with IT.

• Strong proficiency in ERP and financial systems (e.g., Deltek/Costpoint), and supporting system enhancements and process automation initiatives. Ability to use good judgment and discretion, making decisions based on available information.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively  with co-workers, business partners, and tax authorities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or extensive related work-experience required.

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience.

• Experience with Deltek/Costpoint and OnBase preferred.

• Ability to pass a drug, background, reference, and credit screening.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The Finance Department is a fast-paced multi-tasking environment, requiring regular attendance.  Work may require occasional overtime.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.