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The Sales & Use Tax Director leads and manages all indirect tax functions for Dashiell Corporation, including sales and use tax compliance, audit management, tax planning, and operational tax ...

Sales & Use Tax Director

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Primary Function The Sales & Use Tax Director leads and manages all indirect tax functions for Dashiell Corporation, including sales and use tax compliance, audit management, tax planning, and ...

Position Summary The Director of Indirect Tax is responsible for leading all aspects of indirect tax compliance, reporting, and advisory support for the organization. This role ensures accurate and ...

Position Summary The Director of Indirect Tax is responsible for leading all aspects of indirect tax compliance, reporting, and advisory support for the organization. This role ensures accurate and ...

Direct experience with sales & use tax reporting and payment engines (e.g., Avalara, Vertex, TR One Source) * Experience with invoicing and accounts receivable systems for indirect tax collection

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We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Director of Indirect Tax to lead our indirect tax function. This position reports to the Chief Accounting Officer. The ideal candidate will ...

Director, Tax

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$130 - $180/hr

The Tax Director reports to the Vice President of Tax and partners closely with various ... Enhance or develop knowledge of indirect tax, including sales and use, and ad valorem tax. * Manage ...

Collaborate with WNTO leaders and staff and work closely with Tax Solution Families on identifying risk management issues * Review documentation and computations for client projects including ...

Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking an Indirect Tax Lead, reporting to the Director of Tax, in Midland, Texas. This position will be responsible for leading the indirect tax function ...

Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking an Indirect Tax Lead, reporting to the Director of Tax, in Midland, Texas. This position will be responsible for leading the indirect tax function ...

Manager, Indirect Tax

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

... direct supervision and technical mentorship to the indirect tax analyst staff.**Responsibilities:****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*** Manage day-to-day indirect tax operations and compliance calendar -- month ...

Director, Tax

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

The Tax Director reports to the Vice President of Tax and partners closely with various cross ... Enhance or develop knowledge of indirect tax, including sales and use, and ad valorem tax. * Manage ...

The Tax Director reports to the Vice President of Tax and partners closely with various cross ... Enhance or develop knowledge of indirect tax, including sales and use, and ad valorem tax. Manage ...

Somatus is seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead company's tax function in support of a ... This role will oversee income tax, state and local tax, indirect tax, tax provision support, and ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for indirect tax director in the United States is $191,958.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $157,500.00 and $221,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an indirect tax director do?

An Indirect Tax Director oversees all aspects of indirect taxation, including VAT, GST, sales tax, and excise duties. They ensure compliance with tax regulations, develop tax strategies, manage risk, and optimize tax positions for the company. Additionally, they work closely with finance teams, advise on tax implications of business activities, and liaise with tax authorities. Their role is critical in minimizing tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with local and international tax laws.

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An Indirect Tax Director requires deep expertise in international and domestic indirect tax regulations, strong analytical skills, and a degree in accounting, finance, or tax, often supported by CPA or equivalent qualification. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and proficiency with tax compliance software such as OneSource or Vertex, are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking enable effective management of cross-functional teams and stakeholder relationships. These capabilities are vital for ensuring compliance, mitigating tax risks, and optimizing tax positions in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.

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Sales & Use Tax Director

Dashiell

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Dashiell rating

9.8

Company rating: 9.8 out of 10

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Job description

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery.
With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at www.dashiell.com.
Primary Function:
The Sales & Use Tax Director leads and manages all indirect tax functions for Dashiell Corporation, including sales and use tax compliance, audit management, tax planning, and operational tax strategy across multiple states and jurisdictions in support of engineering, construction, and field service operations. The position will be based in our Houston, TX office located at 12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034 and will report to Dashiell's CFO.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a small indirect tax team responsible for sales and use tax compliance and reporting.
  • Establish departmental priorities, workflows, and performance expectations.
  • Foster strong collaboration across project development and sales, operations, procurement, and project teams.
  • Coordinate with Quanta Services tax leadership and affiliated companies on indirect tax matters, best practices, and process alignment.

Sales & Use Tax Compliance
  • Direct all sales and use tax compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions and legal entities.
  • Oversee preparation, review, and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax returns.
  • Ensure timely remittance of tax liabilities and compliance with state and local reporting requirements.
  • Manage exemption certificate administration, retention, and audit readiness.
  • Monitor and interpret changes in tax laws affecting engineering, construction, utility, and field service operations.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Advisory and Support
  • Provide strategic tax guidance related to construction contracts, procurement structures, and project execution.
  • Analyze taxability of materials, labor, fabrication, rentals, subcontractor services, and interstate transactions.
  • Advise project development, sales, and operational teams on indirect tax implications for EPC, lump-sum, cost-plus, and time-and-material contracts.
  • Engage in contract review and bid processes to identify and mitigate indirect tax exposure, working with legal to refine proposed contract language.
  • Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to improve tax planning and vendor compliance.
  • Provide guidance to executive leadership on indirect tax risks, opportunities, and emerging trends.

Audit & Risk Management
  • Lead state and local sales/use tax audits, inquiries, and assessments.
  • Serve as the primary contact with taxing authorities and external auditors.
  • Develop audit defense strategies and negotiate favorable resolutions.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce tax exposure and strengthen internal controls.

Systems & Process Improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement of indirect tax processes, controls, and automation initiatives.
  • Partner with accounting and IT teams to optimize ERP tax functionality and reporting accuracy.
  • Support implementation and maintenance of new ERP systems and associated tax tools.
  • Develop and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal training materials.
  • Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will Make an Impact
  • Protect company margins by minimizing indirect tax exposure across EPC, lump-sum, cost-plus, and time-and-material contracts.
  • Strengthen bid competitiveness by identifying and mitigating sales/use tax risk during contract review and proposal development.
  • Reduce audit liabilities and penalties through proactive compliance, exemption certificate management, and effective audit defense.
  • Enable confident, tax-informed decisions across project development, sales, procurement, and operations leadership.
  • Improve the efficiency and accuracy of indirect tax operations through ERP optimization and automation.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field required.
  • CPA, Master of Science in Taxation (MST), or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive sales and use tax or indirect tax experience.
  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience managing a team required.
  • Experience within construction, engineering, EPC, utility, or industrial services industries strongly preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of multi-state contractor taxation and construction-related sales/use tax regulations.
  • Experience managing state and local tax audits and negotiating with taxing authorities.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and tax automation platforms such as Vertex, Avalara, SAP, or Oracle.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Deep understanding of project-based engineering and construction operations.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across departments and business units.
  • Ability to interpret complex tax statutes and apply practical business solutions.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strategic mindset, high attention to detail, and strong ethics, integrity, and professional judgment.

Physical Requirements:
LEVEL 2 - Office Professional (Light Mobility)
Typical Roles: Engineering Design, Procurement, Corporate Managers
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit for extended periods during computer-based work.
  • Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional travel to other offices or meeting locations.

Environmental Conditions
  • Primarily climate-controlled office environment.
  • Occasional exposure to field or industrial environments during site visits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options), dental and vision coverage, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, among others.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies, please do not contact us regarding this position.

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