Tax Manager - Indirect Tax at Ecolab

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Feb, 26

Salary

175800.0

Posted On

30 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales And Use Tax, Regulatory Compliance, Process Improvements, Tax Compliance, SAP, Vertex, Tax Research, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Internal Controls, Operational Efficiency, Tax Audits, Journal Entries, Account Reconciliations, Technology Fluency

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Ecolab is seeking a dynamic and experienced Tax Manager to join its North America Indirect Tax Team. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in sales and use tax legislation, regulatory compliance, and technology-driven process improvements. The Tax Manager will lead compliance efforts across sales/use tax, property tax, and business licensing, while driving continuous improvement in tax processes, systems integration, and internal controls. What’s in it For You: • Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more • The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments. • The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth • The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. • Opportunity for a hybrid work environment, balancing office days with working remotely while residing within a commutable distance. What you will do: This position plays a critical role in supporting Ecolab’s growth and compliance objectives by ensuring timely, accurate, and audit-ready tax outcomes. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally and externally with service providers to implement scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and tax accuracy. Key Responsibilities Lead indirect tax compliance for multiple U.S. entities, ensuring timely and accurate filings in coordination with external service providers. Manage relationships with firms responsible for preparing sales/use tax, property tax, and business license filings. Supervise internal tax accountants, overseeing journal entries, tax payments, and account reconciliations using Blackline. Drive SAP and Vertex system initiatives, including configuration, testing, and reporting enhancements. Monitor legislative changes and proactively identify opportunities for property tax appeals and refund claims. Oversee exemption certificate processes in collaboration with the Customer Master Data team. Provide expert guidance on the taxability of sales and purchase transactions, including applicable exemptions. Support indirect tax audits and lead special projects, such as recovering overpaid taxes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or a related field. At least 6 years of relevant tax experience in a large public accounting firm or multinational corporate tax department, preferably in the manufacturing sector. Minimum 5 years of experience with transaction tax calculation and compliance software. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in SAP; familiarity with Vertex O & Q Series preferred. Strong technical knowledge of indirect tax regulations and compliance. Demonstrated ability to conduct complex tax research and analysis. Experience working in a Shared Services model and managing external service providers is a plus. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with a collaborative and professional demeanor. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment. Technological fluency in Alteryx, Microsoft Power BI, and Excel is preferred. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively across functions. This position is not open for immigration sponsorship Annual or Hourly Compensation Range The base salary range for this position is $117,200.00 - $175,800.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws. Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here. Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to: - Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing. - Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, with an annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com.

Responsibilities

The Tax Manager will lead compliance efforts across sales/use tax, property tax, and business licensing while driving continuous improvement in tax processes. This position plays a critical role in supporting Ecolab’s growth and compliance objectives by ensuring timely, accurate, and audit-ready tax outcomes.