Indirect Tax Manager at Nielsen

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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MediaIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience
5-7 years of experience in tax compliance or related field in US
US indirect tax compliance experience, including audit support
Experience with indirect tax applications, preferred SAP, Vertex O
Preferred Qualifications
Professional qualification in tax in US (CPA, Chartered Accountant, JD)
Strong leadership skills and ability to manage cross functional teams
Proficient in the use of tax

Responsibilities

Manage day to day indirect tax filings with 3rd party service providers (S&U, Property, Business License)
Coordinate tax data gathering and cleansing for all US indirect tax filings (S&U, Property, Business License)
Monthly sales & billing extracts, identifying data gaps and resolving
Monthly purchases extracts
Reconciliation of data to GL
Annual and periodic Fixed Asset data for personal property tax returns
Annual and periodic other data for Business License filings and miscellaneous local returns
Prepare account reconciliations in accordance with Nielsen policy, including ensuring open items are cleared promptly
Review monthly indirect tax journal entries (“JEs”) prepared by 3rd party service providers; manage JE posting with accounting team
Support routine tax queries from Commercial, Finance and Accounting teams regarding taxability of products, billing queries, and review of exemption certificates
Maintain exemption certificate database/filings
Coordinate/execute timely state and local payments through use of external payment processor and coordination with Treasury team
Forecast cash tax payments with respect to indirect tax payments
Manage day to day indirect tax audits, including maintaining indirect tax audit tracker, maintaining IDR tracker, responding to Information Document Requests (IDRs), and proactively communicate reserve requirements to Management
Collaborate with Nielsen’s Manager, Tax Operations to drive automation and standardization of indirect tax processes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Indirect TaxSales and Use TaxProperty TaxBusiness LicensesTax ComplianceTax ReportingAccount ReconciliationsTax ExemptionsTax Regulations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Indirect Tax Manager position?

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Is this a remote position, or is there a required office location?

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What are the main responsibilities for this role?

The role involves managing day-to-day indirect tax filings with 3rd party providers for sales & use tax, property tax, and business licenses, coordinating data gathering and cleansing, preparing account reconciliations, reviewing journal entries, and supporting tax queries from teams.

What is the company culture like at Nielsen?

Nielsen has a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and making an impact together, with a passionate global workforce dedicated to powering a better media future through powerful insights.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have experience managing indirect tax compliance for US state and local taxes including sales & use, property tax, and business licenses, coordinating with third-party providers, handling data reconciliation, and supporting finance teams on tax queries.

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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