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Job description
Ashley Furniture Industries is one of the world's largest furniture manufacturers and retailers. Join our Finance team and help drive tax compliance, process improvement, and technology adoption in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.
Position Summary
The Direct Tax Manager manages day-to-day direct tax compliance, team leadership, and process improvement for Ashley Furniture Industries. Reporting to the Direct Tax Director, this role serves as the primary operating lead for federal, state, and local income/franchise tax processes while providing leadership, coaching, and technical support to staff.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical tax expertise with team development, process improvement, automation, and responsible use of AI-enabled solutions to modernize how our tax department operates.
What You'll Do
Tax Compliance & Team Leadership
Manage federal, state, and local income/franchise tax compliance processes (filings, extensions, estimates, payments)
Lead and develop direct tax staff by assigning work, reviewing deliverables, and providing coaching
Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal partners to ensure accurate, timely reporting
Prepare and review quarterly/annual tax estimates and payment support
Tax Accounting & Provision Support
Prepare tax account reconciliations, book-tax schedules, and provision support schedules
Support income tax provision processes and learn provision methodology
Manage fixed asset tax work (depreciation, acquisitions, dispositions)
Process Improvement & Technology
Identify opportunities to standardize workpapers, automate processes, and improve efficiency
Use automation, analytics, workflow tools, and approved AI solutions to improve accuracy and scalability
Maintain compliance calendars, status trackers, and documentation repositories
Develop templates, checklists, process maps, and training guides
Strategic Tax Support
Assist with tax planning, M&A support, credits and incentives, and 1031 exchanges
Research and document federal/state tax issues
Support tax audits and notices with organized documentation
Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Treasury, IT, and Operations
What We're Looking For
Required:
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Tax
5-7+ years public accounting and/or corporate tax experience
Federal/multistate tax compliance and workpaper review experience
Experience coaching, training, or leading staff
Strong knowledge of federal/state income/franchise tax
Preferred:
CPA (MST, EA, or other tax credential a plus)
S-corp, partnership, C-corp, or multistate experience
Exposure to tax provision, tax accruals, or ASC 740
Experience with process improvement, automation, or AI tools
Manufacturing, retail, or distribution industry experience
Key Skills:
Team leadership and staff development
Tax research and problem-solving
Advanced Excel and tax software proficiency
Project management and organization
Responsible AI and automation use (with appropriate controls and validation)
Clear communication with leadership and non-tax stakeholders
Why Join Ashley?
Lead and develop a team while building your own technical capabilities
Drive tax transformation using automation, analytics, and AI
Expand your expertise in provision, planning, M&A, and strategic tax
Work for a global leader with resources to invest in technology and growth
Collaborative culture that values integrity, continuous improvement, and innovation
Flexible location: Arcadia, WI or Tampa, FL
Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities
401(k) with Profit Sharing
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday Off
Generous Employee Discount on Furniture
Professional Development Opportunities
Life Insurance
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
Our Core Values
Honesty & Integrity
Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
Dirty Fingernail (Hands-On Approach)
Growth Focused
Ready to lead, transform, and grow your tax career?
Ashley Furniture Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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