Sr. Tax Manager - State Income Tax and State and Local Indirect Tax chez Superior Energy Services

For oil & gas exploration and production companies worldwide, Superior Energy Services is an oilfield products and services company with global reach, financial stability and mature safety and core values platforms. Through its portfolio of premier rental and well servicing brands, Superior provides customers with robust inventory, expedient delivery, engineered solutions and expert consultative service — all delivered with enterprise-wide Shared Core Values for safe, sustainable operations and corporate citizenship. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

Superior is currently seeking a Sr. Tax Manager - State Income Tax and State and Local Indirect Tax to join our team in Houston, TX (Downtown) (On-Site 5 days).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation and filing of all state and local tax returns, including direct taxes (income, franchise, gross receipts) and indirect taxes (sales/use and property).
• Lead SALT planning initiatives, such as nexus and exposure reviews, apportionment and sourcing studies, and credit & incentive evaluations.
• Monitor and interpret changes in state and local tax legislation, regulations, and case law to assess potential business impacts and proactively address risks.
• Manage business license registrations, renewals, and compliance across relevant jurisdictions.
• Prepare extensions and estimates for various state and local jurisdictions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure accurate and compliant tax treatment for existing and new business activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in SALT processes through automation, ERP integration, and technology adoption.
• Assist in state tax provision work for financial reporting under ASC 740, including support for FIN 48 analyses.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations for SALT-related general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy & completeness.
• Manage state and local tax controversies and audits.
• Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions
• Analyze the state tax considerations/impacts related to business restructuring projects and intercompany transactions
• Work extensively with D365, OneSource OTP, Alteryx, sales and use tax software such as Vertex, Property Tax Software and other financial systems.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to other team members.

Education & Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field; CPA desired
• Minimum 15 years of SALT experience, including at least 5 years within an in-house corporate tax department.
• A minimum of 8 years of SALT experience is required, including at least 3 years within an in-house corporate tax department.
• Hands-on experience using ERP systems and tax compliance software.
• Experience in a high-growth or dynamic business environment, with demonstrated ability to scale SALT operations effectively.
• Proven expertise in both direct and indirect state and local taxation, including multi-state compliance and audit defense.
• Solid grasp of general accounting principles and accounting operations such as month-end closing, tax accounts reconciliation, etc.

 Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Matching 401(k)