Koch · 21 hours ago
Senior Tax Manager – Tax Counsel
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKoch is seeking a Senior Tax Manager – Tax Counsel to join their innovative team of forward-thinking professionals. In this role, you will lead state tax audits and appeals, drive process improvements, and mentor a high-performing team while collaborating with business leaders to develop strategic solutions.
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Responsibilities
Lead and own the end-to-end state income and franchise tax audit and appeals lifecycle, from initiation through resolution. Develop and implement strategic approaches to optimize audit outcomes considering tax, interest, penalties, and the use of tax attributes (e.g., NOLs and credits)
Champion timely and effective responses to information document requests (IDRs) and oversee internal and external resources to ensure rigorous defense and resolution of audits
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance audit, appeals, and notice management processes. Establish best practices, leverage technology (including generative AI), and ensure robust documentation and control frameworks. Lead efforts to elevate efficiency, reduce cycle times, and enhance transparency across the audit and notice functions
Act as the primary liaison between the tax department leadership, state tax accounting teams, and business leadership. Ensure consistent, transparent communication on audit statuses, risks, and resolutions. Collaborate with public sector and external advisors to stay ahead of legislative developments impacting the business
Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing team focused on state tax audit, appeal, and legislative tracking activities. Facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure team members are empowered to independently manage audits and controversies while aligning with Koch’s culture and values
Lead the monitoring and interpretation of state legislative changes with potential tax impacts. Partner with internal stakeholders to incorporate legislative intelligence into audit strategies and commercial decision-making frameworks
Qualification
Required
Proven track record managing complex controversy matters with a strategic, results-oriented focus
Strong understanding of state income/franchise tax frameworks and legislative environments
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external advisors/vendors
Excellent communication skills with experience presenting complex tax controversy issues to senior leadership and business stakeholders
Ability to drive process improvements and leverage technology for operational efficiencies
Preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in state and local tax audits, controversy management, or related tax advisory roles
Strong understanding of state income/franchise tax frameworks and legislative environments
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law (JD), or a related field (Advanced degree or CPA preferred)
CPA, JD, or advanced tax certification
Experience in a large, complex corporate environment with multi-state tax exposures
Familiarity with tax accounting impacts and collaboration with accounting teams
Experience integrating emerging technologies (e.g., AI) into tax processes
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance tax optimization against broader business objectives
Prior experience working with public sector or government relations teams on legislative matters
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life insurance
ADD
Disability
Retirement
Paid vacation/time off
Educational assistance
Infertility assistance
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Company
Koch
Based in Wichita, Kansas, Koch is one of the largest private companies in America.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$958.57M2025-03-03Undisclosed· $183.97M
2024-03-08Undisclosed· $76.95M
2023-03-10Private Equity· $148.32M
Leadership Team
Charles Koch
Chairman of the Board & CEO
James Hannan
President and Chief Operating Officer of Koch
Recent News
2025-03-20
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