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YOUR PASSION, ACTIONS & FOCUS is our Strength.Become one of our Contributors!Join the KnipperHEALTH Team!The Tax and Compliance Manager is responsible for overseeing Knipper Health’s corporate tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and related governance activities across all entities and jurisdictions. This role ensures accurate and timely preparation, filing, and payment of federal, state and local tax obligations, including sales and use taxes, income taxes, and related compliance requirements.The position partners closely with external tax advisors, auditors, and internal Finance leadership to manage audits, tax notices, and ongoing compliance monitoring. Beyond tax, the role provides oversight for corporate insurance renewals, entity registrations, and documentation supporting client and vendor compliance.Success in this role requires a hands-on leader with a deep understanding of multi-state tax law, strong ERP and process design skills, and the ability to anticipate regulatory changes that impact the health-careand pharmaceutical services environment.The ideal candidate combines technical tax expertise with operational discipline and the strategic foresight to enhance Knipper Health’s compliance infrastructure as the company continues to grow and expand.**Exciting new opportunity; Hybrid role based out of our Lakewood or Somerset, New Jersey location.Tax Compliance and ReportingManage preparation, filing, and payment of sales and use tax returns for all Knipper Health entities across multiple jurisdictionsOversee federal and state income tax compliance, including quarterly estimated payments and annual filingsCoordinate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure accuracy and complianceMonitor tax laws changes and ensure proactive adjustments to maintain complianceDevelop and maintain internal processes and controls within ERP and accounting systemsProvide tax support for new business initiatives or acquisitionsRespond to and resolve tax notices, discrepancies, and audits efficiently.Identify and track potential tax credits or incentives (e.g., R&D, training, job creation) and coordinate filings with advisorsMaintain inter-companytax documentation and ensure transfer pricing compliance for shared services and cost allocationsCompliance OversightLead the company’s response to federal, state, and local tax audits, coordinating with outside counsel and advisorsOversee tax and compliance document retention policies consistent with corporate governance and audit standardsPartner with the Controller and CFO to assess tax exposure and contingent liabilities for quarterly and year-end financial reportingMaintain corporate registrations, annual reports, and good standing status across all jurisdictionsInsurance OversightSupport the company’s annual insurance renewal process, coordinating with brokers, underwriters, and internal stakeholdersMaintain required certificates of insurance and compliance documentation for client and vendor contractsProcess Improvement and Strategic SupportImplement process improvements for tax and compliance functions to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timelinessSupport financial leadership in tax strategy, planning, and forecasting activitiesMaintain a compliance calendar to ensure timely completion of all filings, renewals, and reporting deadlinesPartner with Finance Systems / ERP team to ensure tax codes, exemptions, and jurisdictions are correctly configured in Net-SuiteAct as liaison between Finance and Legal for subpoenas, certifications, and other compliance filingsThe above duties are meant to be representative of the position and not all-inclusive.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred)Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in corporate tax compliance, with exposure to healthcare, pharmaceutical distribution, or logistics industries preferredStrong working knowledge of sales and use tax, federal and state income tax, and corporate insurance programsExperience handling multi-state tax filings and managing audits and noticesKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:In-depth understanding of U.S. tax laws and healthcare compliance frameworksProven ability to manage complex compliance calendars and regulatory filingsProficiency in ERP and tax software (NetSuite & Avalara)Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Location of job activities 100% insideExtensive manual dexterity (keyboarding, mouse, phone)Use of phone for communicationSit for prolonged periods of timeReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knipper Health is an equal opportunity employer.