Mesabi Metallics · 12 hours ago
Senior Manager - Tax
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMesabi Metallics is a pioneering company advancing sustainable mining practices in the iron ore industry. They are seeking a Senior Manager - Tax to establish and lead their tax function, optimize the tax position, and ensure compliance with complex tax regulations as they scale operations.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturingMining
Responsibilities
Maintain and manage fixed asset books and ledgers to accurately track depreciation, support tax credit claims, and ensure compliance with relevant tax provisions (e.g., bonus depreciation, Section 179, investment credits)
Research, identify, and avail all applicable mining-related tax benefits, incentives, and credits, including Minnesota-specific taconite/mining production tax benefits, occupation tax considerations, and federal incentives for mining/manufacturing investments
Oversee tax compliance, including preparation and filing of federal, state, local, and industry-specific returns (e.g., Minnesota production/occupation taxes)
Manage state and local tax (SALT) obligations, including property taxes, sales/use taxes, and mining-specific levies
Set up, lead, and execute tax-related projects and assignments, including process implementation, tax provision preparation, and strategic planning initiatives
Conduct tax research, planning, and risk assessment to support business decisions and project financing
Coordinate responses to tax audits, inquiries, and notices from federal, state, and local authorities
Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams on tax implications of capital projects, fixed assets, and international elements (if applicable)
Stay current on changes in tax laws, particularly those affecting the mining and steel industries
Qualification
Required
CPA certification required
Minimum of 5+ years of progressive tax experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or consulting
Deep fluency in U.S. tax law, with strong research and analytical skills
Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or capital-intensive projects; prior mining company experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of mining-specific taxation (e.g., depletion, production taxes, taconite incentives in Minnesota) is a significant advantage
Proven ability to lead tax projects, build processes from the ground up, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders
Proficiency in tax software and ERP systems; strong Excel skills required
Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience
Preferred
Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or capital-intensive projects; prior mining company experience strongly preferred
Prior consulting experience (e.g., Big 4 or regional firm) is a plus
International tax experience (e.g., transfer pricing, foreign tax credits) is a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage with an HSA option
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with 6% company match
Lincoln STD, LTD, & Life Insurance: Coverage provided by Mesabi Metallics
Paid Time Off (PTO): 0-5 Years: 120 hours per year + 5-10 Years: 160 hours per year + 10+ Years: 200 hours per year + Plus 11 paid holiday
Company
Mesabi Metallics
Mesabi Metallics, an Essar Group company, is constructing a state-of-the-art 7-million metric ton Direct-Reduction (DR) grade iron ore pellet and mine with resources of 1.3 billion tons on over 16,000 acres in Nashwauk, Minnesota.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase