State and Local Tax Manager

9325 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA

About Shamrock Trading Corporation

Shamrock Trading Corporation is a family of brands that has been serving the transportation and logistics industries since 1986. Shamrock offers factoring solutions, export financing, third-party logistics, a fuel card program and trucking technology.

Shamrock’s mission since the start has been to create value and success for our customers, our partners and our people. Strong ethics, dedication to our customers and close attention to the marketplace are critical to the success and growth of the Shamrock brands. Shamrock is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, with multiple offices throughout the U.S. Overland Park is a great place to live, work and play, being conveniently located within driving distance of everything Kansas City has to offer.

Housed within the heart of Overland Park, our offices include 4 gorgeous towers on the East and West sides of Metcalf Ave. With a heavy community presence and a winning culture, Shamrock is a great place to work in Overland Park!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our award-winning culture is a testament to our commitment to growth, recognition and empowerment. From day one, we prioritize employees first, encouraging them to think and act like owners and providing endless opportunities for growth and self-development, both personally and professionally. Shamrock has been recognized as one of America’s 2025 “Most Loved Workplaces” by Newsweek.

At Shamrock,wehirebright,ambitious people and give them the tools they need for a successful, long-term career here. Shamrockalsooffers a premier set of benefits for employees and their families:

• Training and Development:Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, and a LEAD Program for aspiring leaders
• Medical:Fully paid healthcare, dental and vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents, and gym benefits
• Financial:One-time sign-on bonus, generous company 401(k) contributions and employee stock ownership after one year
• Work-Life Balance:Competitive PTO and work from home opportunities after an introductory period

About the Role

Shamrock is hiring an experienced State & Local Tax Manager to own multi-state compliance, drive process efficiency, and advise leadership on SALT strategy. You’ll handle complex returns (franchise, excise, property), oversee registrations, lead tax audits, and partner across the business to optimize our tax posture as we scale. The ideal candidate blends hands-on technical depth with big-picture planning and cross-functional influence.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, review, and file franchise, excise, and property tax returns across multiple jurisdictions; ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Complete state registrations and maintain tax accounts; coordinate with taxing authorities as needed.
• Prepare year-end tax calculations and schedules; resolve any open questions with external tax accountants.
• Conduct technical SALT research and translate findings into clear recommendations.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and state incentives that align with business goals to optimize Shamrock’s tax position.
• Lead state and local audits, notices, and inquiries; prepare responses and negotiate issue resolution.
• Perform periodic nexus studies to assess exposure and ensure appropriate filings and registrations.
• Analyze and improve SALT processes (close, compliance calendar, documentation); drive repeatable workflows and internal controls.
• Recommend automation/technology enhancements (e.g., data pipelines, tax engines/reporting tools) to increase scale, speed, and accuracy.
• Review both internally and externally prepared tax filings; manage timelines across cross-functional shareholders.
• Partner with internal teams such as Legal, Sales, Operations, and Finance to understand the tax implications of various business activities and transactions.

What You’ll Bring

• CPA Required
• Corporate in-house experience at a multi-entity, multi-state company;
  Big 4 background a plus
• Exposure to indirect taxes and incentives programs
• Strong understanding of state and local tax regulations, filings, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to manage audits, independently research complex tax issues, and develop effective tax strategies
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with tax preparation software

Apply Today

We’re so excited to connect with you! If you want to work with forward-thinking people in an award-winning culture, submit your application today.

9325 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212, USA