About Vibrantz Technologies
Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.
Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and – uniquely – their hearts.
Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.
For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.
Senior Tax Manager – Lead Strategy, Drive Impact
Are you a seasoned tax professional ready to lead a global tax function and make a meaningful impact? Vibrantz is seeking a dynamic Senior Tax Manager to oversee all aspects of our domestic and international tax strategy, compliance, and planning. This is a high-visibility role where you'll shape tax policy, guide a talented team, and partner with senior leadership to support business growth.
What You’ll Do
Lead the company’s global tax strategy, including planning, compliance, accounting, and audit defense.
Manage relationships with external advisors and oversee a team of tax analysts and senior analysts.
Ensure accurate and timely domestic income tax filings through a co-sourcing model with a top-tier tax firm.
Own the tax accounting process—quarterly provisions, reconciliations, technical research, and disclosures.
Oversee indirect tax compliance (sales/use and property tax) and maintain strong internal controls.
Stay ahead of regulatory changes and assess their impact on our business.
Represent Vibrantz in domestic tax audits, defending positions and managing responses.
Drive strategic tax planning and cash tax optimization initiatives.
Support workforce development by mentoring and growing your team.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of relevant tax experience, including 4+ years managing teams
Strong technical expertise in ASC 740 and U.S. federal taxation
Prior experience in public accounting (Big Four or regional firm)
Proven leadership skills and a passion for developing talent
Preferred Qualifications
CPA certification
Master’s in Taxation
Why Vibrantz?
At Vibrantz, we’re not just shaping materials—we’re shaping careers. Join a collaborative, innovative environment where your expertise drives real business outcomes. You’ll have the opportunity to lead, influence, and grow in a company that values integrity, agility, and excellence.
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Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global technology leader in color solutions, functional coatings and specialty minerals whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life in countless products across a broad array of end markets