Manager Tax Compliance

Company Information
For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

Job Summary

The Manager Tax Compliance is responsible for managing the timely and accurate filing of sales and use tax, property tax, gross receipts tax, and other applicable indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions. Additionally, this role will manage U.S. withholding tax compliance for foreign artists and provide support in preparing data and reports for owner and partnership tax returns.

Essential Functions

• Manage the full indirect tax compliance cycle, including preparation, review, and timely filing of sales & use tax, property tax, and other indirect tax returns.
• Manage the company’s compliance with U.S. withholding tax obligations related to foreign artists, including treaty analysis, proper documentation (W-8 series), and timely filing of Forms 1042 and 1042-S.
• Oversee tax data gathering and reconciliation from JD Edwards and other Company software to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Support the tax team and external advisors in preparing financial and transactional data required for U.S. partnership tax returns and tax returns for the Company’s owner.
• Manage the company’s compliance with 1099 reporting.
• Lead or support indirect and withholding tax process automation and technology upgrades.
• Train and mentor junior staff or analysts involved in tax compliance.
• Monitor tax legislation and regulatory changes, assessing their potential impact on the company’s operations.
• Partner with internal teams (Accounting, Legal, Finance, Operations) and external tax advisors to ensure coordinated tax compliance.
• Respond to state and local tax audits and inquiries.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree (4-year)
• 4-6 years Related work experience preferably within a large corporate tax department or public accounting firm.
• Proficiency with tax compliance software
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment
• Detailed oriented with a focus on accuracy at all times, even when working under pressure to make deadlines
• Strong business acumen and exhibits a professional demeanor
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as project management skills
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with little direct supervision
• Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate to finance and operational upper management
• Proficient knowledge of accounting software systems
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Payscale: $88,169-$133,590

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.