State Tax Manager

If you crave an opportunity to step into a leadership role and make a direct impact within a growing, acquisitive organization, then read on. This position is a key member in an established industrial supply company headquartered in Houston, TX.

• Oversee state and local sales & use tax compliance and income tax filings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Review, process, and ensure timely filing of 200–300 returns per month across all 50 states and local jurisdictions.
• Manage quarterly and year-end close tax activities.
• Maintain and monitor SOX controls and ensure compliance with internal audit requirements.
• Supervise and develop a team of 4 tax professionals (2 Sales & Use, 2 Income Tax).
• Manage relationships with third-party tax service providers.
• Partner with internal teams and leadership on process improvement and tax efficiency initiatives.

• CPA required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong background in state and local tax compliance, especially sales & use tax.
• Experience managing or reviewing high-volume, multi-jurisdictional tax returns.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with SOX controls and compliance preferred.
• Experience managing or mentoring staff.
• Ideal for a senior‑level candidate ready to step into management.
• Proficient in Avalara and Salesforce or willing to learn.
• Power Query or Power BI experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills.

• Newly created position within a growing tax department supporting DXP’s multi‑jurisdictional operations.
• Opportunity to step into a leadership role with visibility to executive leadership including the CFO and CEO.
• Exposure to both sales & use and income tax functions across U.S. jurisdictions.
• Stable and acquisitive company with over 100 years of history.
• Collaborative, fast‑paced environment with long‑term growth potential.
• Strong company culture focused on teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and geographic location. The expected range for this role is $100,000–$120,000 base salary. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.