Sr Manager Indirect Tax

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country — but what truly sets us apart is our people. We’re a passionate, purpose-driven team that’s as committed to each other as we are to our customers.

We’ve spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member’s journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.

Here, you won’t just help customers gear up for their next adventure — you’ll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can’t lose!  

Education:

• 8+ years’ work experience in indirect tax with advanced knowledge in multi-jurisdictional sales and use tax law, concepts & policies  
• Accounting, reconciliation, analytical and problem solving skills experience required
• Management experience preferred
• Vertex or comparable software experience preferred

Work Experiences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field of study required
• CPA or other certification preferred

Skills:

• Experience with Sales and Use Tax required
• Ability to work well under pressure while consistently meeting time sensitive deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at various levels
• Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively contribute to a team environment
• Analytical with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize workload, meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast paced, frequently changing environment
• Strong Microsoft Office program experience, including Excel, Word; Accounting and Tax Research Software skills
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

Responsibilities:

• Provide thought leadership for comprehensive tax strategies across the organization to optimize taxes, enhance cash flow, and minimize risk
• Lead, plan and coordinate all aspects of the statutory audit and post audit protests
• Identify technical, legal issues and defend adverse findings
• Work closely with multi-department disciplines (HR, Legal, Operations, etc.) to mitigate tax risk
• Review legal contracts for proper language to mitigate indirect tax risk
• Train, support and advise business on indirect tax matters
• Manage the tax compliance process and ensures timely filing in all jurisdictions
• Research and provide resolution to issues with respect to indirect taxes
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to all tax policies and procedures
• Review the organization and preparation of all tax work papers and schedules as necessary
• Maintain tax knowledge by studying new tax regulations and directives; obtain tax opinions and interpretations; attend seminars; study proposed tax legislation
• Manage indirect tax audits; gather the necessary data to support transactions or tax positions; follow through to completion and correspond with taxing authorities as needed
• Actively contribute to the professional development of each indirect tax team member that is a direct report
• Maintain internal control documentation, effectively perform assigned internal controls, remediate internal control exceptions, and respond to internal and external audit requests
• Develop a thorough understanding of Academy policies, procedures and safety rules
• Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Regular attendance required
• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.​