Tax Director/Manager - Corporate

We are looking for an accomplished corporate tax leader to guide tax planning, compliance, and risk management for a complex, multi-entity organization in Turlock, California. This role is ideal for a strategic specialist who can combine technical tax expertise with sound business judgment and effective executive communication. The position will partner closely with senior leadership to support enterprise decisions, strengthen tax processes, and help the business navigate federal, state, and indirect tax matters with confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the company's corporate tax function across multiple entities, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
• Lead the preparation, review, and oversight of federal and state income tax filings, provisions, and related reporting activities.
• Provide strategic guidance on indirect tax matters while identifying opportunities to improve tax efficiency and reduce exposure.
• Advise executive stakeholders on the tax implications of business initiatives, organizational changes, and long-term planning decisions.
• Support transaction activity such as mergers, acquisitions, asset divestitures, and financing arrangements by assessing tax consequences and recommending practical solutions.
• Strengthen tax controls, reporting workflows, and compliance processes to improve accuracy, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with finance and cross-functional teams on tax-related system enhancements, process automation efforts, and implementation activities when applicable.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into actionable guidance for the organization.