Finance

Senior Tax Manager

Senior Tax Manager – United States

Lead Sandvik’s US Tax Team | Based in North Carolina

Are you a dynamic tax professional with a passion for leadership and strategic impact? Sandvik Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to head our US Tax Team, located in Mebane, North Carolina. As a global leader in engineering and technology, Sandvik offers you the opportunity to lead tax strategy and compliance for our US operations, working in close partnership with regional and global stakeholders.

About the Role

As the Senior Tax Manager, you will be the primary leader responsible for all aspects of direct and indirect U.S. tax, transfer pricing, compliance, and reporting. You will advise executive management, support business units on complex transactions, and ensure alignment with both local and global policies. This is a high-profile position within the Finance Leadership Team,

Your remit will extend to providing strategic tax advice for major business initiatives such as M&A, ERP implementation, and ongoing process improvement projects. You will also support the professional development of your team and drive a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture within the tax function.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all direct US tax compliance, reporting, and filings.

Offer guidance on indirect tax compliance.

Provide expert advice on US federal, state, and local tax matters, including transfer pricing and tax-efficient structuring.

Partner with business units, HR, Legal, IT, and finance teams to support strategic transactions and day-to-day operations.

Monitor changes in US tax law and communicate implications across business areas, ensuring compliance and readiness.

Coordinate and oversee tax audits, reviews, and inquiries from relevant tax authorities.

Prepare and review tax effect accounting entries for US legal entities and ensure accuracy in statutory reporting.

Maintain and develop Sandvik’s US Tax Risk Register, identifying emerging risks and recommending mitigating actions.

Develop and deliver internal training on tax matters to relevant stakeholders and teams.

Champion a strong EHS culture by aligning with Sandvik’s 2030 sustainability targets and “Zero Harm” vision.

Foster an inclusive and high-performing team environment that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Manage the relationship with external tax advisors.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting, Law or related field.

Extensive experience in US tax with a proven record at a senior level within a corporate or professional advisory setting.

Advanced knowledge and practical skills across US income tax, payroll tax, sales/use tax, international tax, and transfer pricing.

Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate complex tax law effectively to various audiences.

Strong leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills with experience managing teams of tax professionals.

Excellent relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Analytical and strategic mindset with a focus on delivering solutions and customer service.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with international tax issues, particularly in a global corporate structure.

Exposure to projects such as M&A, ERP implementations, and cross-border transactions.

Why Join Sandvik?

Be part of a global organization recognized for innovation, integrity, and a commitment to sustainability.

Lead and shape the US tax function, influencing both regional and global business strategy.

Collaborate with talented professionals across the world and develop your career in a dynamic environment.

Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and help shape the future of Sandvik in the United States.

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing. In 2024, the group had approximately 41,000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.

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