Senior Manager – Audit, Utility User Tax

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Supervise Utility User Tax audit activities to guarantee accurate, efficient, and prompt completion.

• Interpret and apply tax laws and regulations to intricate audit scenarios.

• Act as the ultimate authority on audit conclusions and tax law application concerns.

• Evaluate and authorize audit outcomes, reports, and suggestions.

• Create, implement, and oversee the annual audit budget.

• Track expenses and ensure financial accountability.

• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Assess workflow, staffing, and productivity to enhance efficiency and resource distribution.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and assess audit personnel.

• Provide recommendations and make decisions on hiring, promotions, and terminations.

• Coordinate and manage legal representation for audits challenged in court.

• Collaborate with legal advisors on facts, documentation, and audit positions during formal proceedings.

• Maintain client relationships through effective communication, site visits, and professional consultations.

• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and relevant laws.

• Identify and execute process enhancements.

• Offer strategic guidance and leadership for departmental and organizational goals.

• Exhibit compliance with company policies and regulations.

• Carry out other duties as assigned.

• Travel as necessary.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

• 5-12 years of relevant experience in utility user tax.

• In-depth knowledge of state and local tax laws, regulations, statutes, and procedures.

• Comprehensive understanding and experience in corporate accounting, direct and indirect transactional taxes, and various business accounting functions.

• Capability to analyze tax-sensitive general ledger accounts.

• Intermediate to advanced tax research abilities.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and excellent analytical skills.

• Competence in organizing, planning, and directing.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Capacity to work effectively with individuals at all levels within the Company.

• Proficient knowledge of Accounting Systems and Microsoft Office.

• CPA or CIA certification is preferred but not mandatory.

• Preferred knowledge or experience in state and local tax.

• Must be able to remain stationary for the majority of the day.

• Must consistently operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.

• Must occasionally navigate within the office environment.

• Frequently engage in communication via telephone.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.