Tax Manager at Solo Brands in Grapevine, TX

Job description

• Solo Brands is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Tax Manager to join our finance organization. This role is a unique opportunity to own and operate across the full spectrum of tax responsibilities for a portfolio of premium lifestyle brands, including Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak, and ISLE Paddle Boards.
• Reporting directly to the Director of Tax, this role is designed for a hands-on tax professional who thrives in an individual contributor capacity while operating with the scope and accountability of a manager. You will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, supporting strategic initiatives, and building scalable processes across domestic tax matters.
• Note: This is a hybrid role so to be considered you must live within a commutable distance to our Grapevine, TX corporate office.

Responsibilities

• Income Tax Compliance & Provision
• Manage federal and state income tax compliance, including preparation, review, and filing processes
• Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes in accordance with ASC 740
• Partner with external advisors as needed to ensure accurate and timely filings
• Process Ownership & Optimization
• Own and improve tax processes, controls, and documentation
• Identify opportunities for automation and increased efficiency
• Ensure readiness for audits and maintain organized supporting documentation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, Legal, and external advisors on tax-related matters
• Provide guidance on tax implications of business initiatives, new markets, and product launches
• Audit & Risk Management
• Support federal and state tax audits
• Proactively identify and mitigate tax risks

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 4-5 years of relevant tax experience
• 2+ years of experience in provisions
• Background in retail, eCommerce, consumer products, hospitality, or restaurant industries strongly preferred
• Alternatively, experience from a public accounting firm with exposure to relevant industries
• Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state tax regulations
• Experience with tax provision processes (ASC 740)
• Willing to learn indirect tax
• Hands-on, self-starter comfortable operating as a primary tax resource
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Skills

Required

• Willing to learn indirect tax