Tax Manager Consultant

Company: Vaco by Highspring
Location: Lake Forest
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Manager Consultant to provide coverage during a maternity leave. This is a hands-on individual contributor role focused on coordinating corporate tax and sales tax activities, not preparing tax provisions. The ideal candidate will have strong experience across both direct and indirect taxes , and be comfortable acting as the primary internal tax liaison with external advisors. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact with external tax advisors (Deloitte) Coordinate and gather all required data and support for corporate tax filings Manage and submit estimated federal and state tax payments Handle sales and use tax compliance , including filings and payments Support direct tax processes, including income tax compliance coordination Ensure timely delivery of tax-related information and documentation Assist with knowledge transfer and transition support prior to the Tax Manager’s exit Respond to ad hoc tax-related questions from Finance and Accounting teams Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA strongly preferred (Tax-focused background) 5 years of experience in corporate tax Hands-on experience with both direct and indirect (sales/use) taxes Experience working with Big 4 or national public accounting firms (coordination role) Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines independently Comfortable working in a fast-paced, onsite corporate environment Additional Details This role does not prepare tax provisions internally Focus is on coordination, compliance, payments, and advisor management Immediate need — priority given to candidates who can start quickly Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal . By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here . Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here . Residents of all other states may access our policies here . Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here . Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here . Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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