Tax Manager

Tax Manager

At Carriage Services, we are united by our purpose of creating premier experiences through innovation, empowered partnership, and elevated service. As a member of our team, you'll join a dynamic community dedicated to setting new standards in the Funeral and Cemetery profession. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of our industry. Carriage Services is an equal opportunity employer.

The Tax Manager is a senior role within the tax department and is primarily responsible for the review and preparation of the annual federal and state income tax returns and quarterly income tax provision calculations, to support the growth of the business and Carriage's overall mission. Specifically, the Tax Manager :

• Oversees the review, preparation, and timely filing of federal and state income / franchise tax returns.
• Oversees the review, preparation, and timely accounting of quarterly tax provisions.
• Assists the Tax Director with the review of monthly sales tax returns.
• Supports the Tax Director with special projects and modelling for M&A and Divestiture activity.
• Assists the Tax Director with trust taxes and the management of external consultants.
• Implements, maintains, and trains others on tax compliance and provision software products.
• Acts as a change agent in furtherance of the Company's 2030 strategic vision.
• Mentors, supervises, and provides day-to-day guidance to staff in the areas of responsibility.
• Researches ongoing applicable income and tax accounting changes.
• Prepares, manages, and maintains the Company's tax policies and procedures framework.
• Oversees and maintains the Company's compliance calendar for all facets of tax in coordination with various tax staff.
• Oversees and responds to tax notices as necessary.
• Adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and complying with regulatory requirements as directed by governmental agencies in the reporting of all tax accounting information.
• Analyzes all tax accounting reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Responds to SOX and internal audit requests as needed.

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