Tax Manager

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The Tax Manager will manage the tax department, with assistance/guidance from the Director of Tax, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), or outside tax specialists, to facilitate the accurate and timely completion of Pyrotek’s Federal and State tax filings, as well as required financial reporting obligations. Assists with developing and updating tax related policies and strategies.

Pyrotek currently subscribes to a hybrid work environment with a blend of in office and remote work.  Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.  Our Corporate office is located in beautiful downtown Spokane.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Ensure detailed technical review and process management for the timely completion of accurate Federal, State, Local tax filings and supporting documentation including but not limited to:

Consolidated Corporate Returns

US reporting related to foreign operations (e.g., Forms 5471, 8858, 1118)

State income/franchise returns, annual reports, and secretary of state filings

Team member benefit plan returns

Property tax returns, unclaimed property returns, Census and other informational returns

Quarterly estimated tax payments and required extension requests

Correspond to federal and state agencies as required

Quarterly and Annual Last In, First Out (LIFO) calculations

Annual FIN 48 review and calculations

Diligently prepare and review quarterly and annual income tax provisions, related memos and financial statement reporting under US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Collaboratively work with outside Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firms on projects including Transfer Pricing, Cost Segregation Studies, Research and Development (R&D) Credits, and other special projects.

Regularly review maintenance of fixed asset database (FAS) with Senior Tax Accountant.

Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and potential areas of risk. Monitor current and proposed changes to tax regulations and suggest appropriate updates to policies and strategies.

Supervise, coach, support, train and develop personnel in their assigned areas. Resolve personnel issues, redirect complex issues to management and HR in a timely manner, and administer appropriate disciplinary action as needed. Assistance with evaluating performance/compensation, interviewing new employment candidates, and effectively recommend new hires and terminations in a timely manner.

Communicate goals, objectives, and expectations throughout the local department, assist in maintaining the cooperation and support of global team members. Serve as a role model in areas such as professionalism, service orientation, agent of change, education, and commitment to organizational goals and objectives. Actively reward and recognize team members accomplishments.

Determine the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and projects/plans. Take appropriate corrective measures when necessary. Identify new applications, innovations, quality and/or safety improvements and report findings/results to management. Ensure all activities and operations are performed in compliance with federal/national, state/regional, and local regulations.

Education/Experience

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, plus a minimum of seven (7) years of professional Accounting and Tax experience in a top 10 accounting firm or a multi-national entity (public or private); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preparation and review of US corporate tax filings in an international and multi-state environment required.

Supervisory experience and CPA required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Accounting/Tax. Advanced knowledge of accounting and tax principles to facilitate training and supervision of others, support a technical review of the work performed, to assist in the timely and accurate completion of related accounting and tax deliverables.

Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of our global organization. High ethical standards, values, personal integrity, and honesty. Displays humility and adaptability. Ability to appropriately apply common sense to a variety of situations. Entrepreneurial attitude toward work center excellence.

Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively, listen, obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly, concisely, and editing work for spelling and grammar. Ability to vary writing style to meet business needs.

Strategic Change Agent. Courage to make difficult decisions with limited information, and ability to encourage others to make difficult decisions. Ability to foster commitment to Pyrotek’s shared mission and vision while actively assisting in the development and execution of strategic goals related to taxation or other assigned responsibilities.

Leadership Skills. Build a culture of tolerance, acceptance, and civility by setting an example for team members. Ability to coach and motivate team members in planning, decision-making, teamwork, and process improvement. Ability to display empathy. Ability to effectively manage projects to completion. Ability to successfully provide regular performance feedback and write annual performance reviews. Ability to foster attitudes and conditions that guide teams toward excellence and a respectful, positive, transparent, and collaborative work environment. Ability to develop team member skills and encourage growth. Dedicated and reliable.

Computer/Applications Skills. Proficiency with SharePoint and MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Analytical Skills. Ability to use information/data and various metrics to develop an informed and factual business    case.  Strong financial analytical capabilities for developing profitable product strategies. Ability to use different sets of rules and combine them, define problems, collect objective data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve problems.

Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills. Self-disciplined.

Professional Investment. Demonstrated commitment to personal professional development and life-long learning. Proactively involved with professional and community organizations that promote professional growth and/or enhance Pyrotek’s ability to meet and/or exceed goals and objectives.  Demonstrated passion for developing others.

Travel. Ability to travel by land and air, both domestically and internationally up to 5%. Valid US passport or ability to obtain.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, reach, use stairs, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, team member generally will work in an office environment, with some flexibility to work remotely when pre-approved and appropriate. Travel by land and air, both domestic and international up to 5%.

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The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 $160,000 benefits.    Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.  

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits. 

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$110000 – $160000 / year

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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