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Manager - Tax (Memphis, TN)

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Memphis, TN, USA
Posted on Nov 4, 2025

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference.

We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

Job Description

Join our team as a Tax Manager, where you will lead the daily operations of our enterprise tax function, ensuring strategic tax planning, accurate reporting, and full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role is critical in safeguarding our organization's financial integrity and supporting our mission through effective tax management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Daily Tax Operations
    Oversee the enterprise-wide tax function, resolving complex issues and coordinating with internal stakeholders and external tax authorities.

  • Manage Tax Filings
    Direct the preparation and timely filing of federal Forms 990 and 990T, collaborating with leaders across Legal, Employee Experience, Marketing, Accounting, SJCRH, and our external tax advisors.

  • Strategic Tax Planning & Risk Management
    Advise the Enterprise Controller on future tax requirements, regulatory changes, and strategic initiatives, including domestic and international expansion.

  • Team Leadership & Development
    Supervise and mentor a team of staff and senior tax accountants, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Champion employee engagement and leadership development.

  • Review & Oversight
    Ensure accuracy and completeness of all tax-related documentation, including journal entries, reconciliations, and filings prepared by junior team members.

  • Gaming & Prize Tax Compliance
    Oversee timely payment of gaming withholdings and ensure proper tax filings for all prize winnings.

  • Sales & Use Tax Compliance
    Manage outsourced sales and use tax filings, ensuring full compliance with state regulations.

  • Enterprise Tax Advisory
    Provide strategic tax insights to the Enterprise Controller and ALSAC leadership, aligning tax strategies with organizational goals while protecting the brand and reputation.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred
  • CPA certification strongly preferred
  • 5–8 years of progressive experience in tax accounting, ideally within a nonprofit or enterprise environment
  • Deep understanding of GAAP and federal, state, and local tax regulations applicable to nonprofit organizations
  • Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead high-performing teams
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Benefits & Perks

The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.

We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.

  • Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)​
  • 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
  • Exceptional Paid Time Off
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave
  • Infertility Treatment Program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Education Assistance
  • Enterprise Learning and Development
  • And more

ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.

ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.

No Search Firms:

ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.