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$115K–$145K/yrRemoteFull-timeManagerFinance
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$115K–$145K/yr
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At a glance
- Experience asked
- 21+ years
- Education
- Master's
- Benefits mentioned
- Health insuranceRetirement planFlexible hours
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About the role
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, Wyld produces the best Cannabis tasting edibles and beverages on the market using real fruit and natural flavors. When adventure calls, we answer - always ready to embrace challenges, test boundaries, and push limits. Our company ethos is founded in strong values and our Pillars of Commitment to our communities and the Earth itself. Our ambitious team embraces challenges, tests boundaries, and is always ready for adventure. Wyld operates in AZ, CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NM, NV, NJ, NY, OH, OR, OK, WA, and across all of Canada with more launches on the horizon.
Ability to excel in a fast-growing/fast paced environment delivering accuracy while managing to deadlines where adaptability is imperative.
Wyld’s core values are the driving force and energy behind everything we do. These values drive our culture, our business philosophy and our philanthropic efforts. It is the cornerstone for all that we do here at Wyld.
-Make a Mark
-Make a Mark
-We Blaze Our Own Trail
-Brand First
-We Mean Business
Summary
The Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization's tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant tax filings across all jurisdictions. This role manages federal, state, local, and industry-specific tax obligations while partnering with Finance, Accounting, Payroll, and external advisors to minimize tax risk and support strategic business initiatives. Working closely with the VP of Accounting and Finance leadership, the Tax Manager develops and maintains tax processes, monitors changes in tax laws and regulations, supports audits and regulatory examinations, provides guidance on tax implications for business operations and organizational growth, and prepares the Company’s tax provisions. This position also identifies opportunities to improve tax efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and ensure compliance with all applicable reporting requirements. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong technical tax expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting a growing, multi-state organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities below outline the expected skills, abilities, and experience required to perform this role successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Tax Compliance
Tax Compliance
- Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of federal, state, local, and industry-specific tax returns and regulatory filings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements across all operating jurisdictions.
- Manage business sales and use tax, excise tax, franchise tax, property tax, payroll tax, and other applicable tax filings.
- Monitor changes in tax legislation and communicate potential business impacts to leadership.
Tax Planning & Strategy
- Partner with Finance leadership to develop tax planning strategies that support business objectives and minimize tax exposure.
- Research tax issues and provide recommendations regarding business transactions, acquisitions, and organizational initiatives.
- Evaluate tax implications of new products, business operations, and expansion into new markets.
- Support long-term tax planning and forecasting activities.
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Prepare and review tax provisions, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules and disclosures.
- Collaborate with the Accounting team during month-end and year-end close processes.
- Ensure tax accounts within the general ledger are accurate and properly reconciled.
- Assist with financial statement disclosures related to income taxes.
Audits & Regulatory Support
- Coordinate tax audits, examinations, and information requests from federal, state, and local agencies.
- Partner with external tax advisors and auditors to support annual audits and compliance reviews.
- Maintain accurate tax documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Resolve tax notices, assessments, and inquiries in a timely manner.
Process Improvement & Internal Controls
- Develop, implement, and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Support implementation and optimization of software and tax reporting systems.
- Maintain documentation to support compliance, audit readiness, and knowledge sharing.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Partner with Accounting, Payroll, Sales, Operations, and external consultants to ensure accurate tax reporting.
- Provide technical tax guidance and training to internal stakeholders as needed.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning activities.
- Lead special tax-related projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs
Qualifications
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, experience, and abilities required to perform this role successfully.
Education & Experience
Education & Experience
- Five (5) to eight (8) years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation preferred.
- CPA preferred
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance and reporting required.
- Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) or regulated industries preferred.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as they relate to income taxes.
- Must have experience working with a high sense of urgency in a team environment or independently
Ability & Technical Skills
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret complex tax regulations and communicate recommendations clearly
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to develop efficient, scalable tax processes.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively lead peers and communicate across teams.
- Ability to work with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Familiarity with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and work management systems such as Slack, Jira, or similar platforms.
- Ability to travel occasionally between Company buildings or work sites, as needed.
Certifications & Compliance
- Must be at least 21 years of age, as required by applicable state regulations.
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check, where permitted by law.
- Must obtain and maintain all licenses, permits, certifications, or registrations required by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws and regulations.
- ServSafe Certification or Food Handler's Card is preferred, where applicable.
Additional Requirements
- Compliance with all company safety, sanitation, quality, and food safety policies is required at all times.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.
Benefits
You'll receive a competitive salary of $ 115,000/yr. - 145,000/yr., 11 paid holidays, 120 hours of PTO, 401K,and fully paid health, dental and vision insurance.
Wyld is an equal opportunity employer
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