Senior Tax Accountant

The Senior Tax Accountant will play a key role in supporting Cretex Companies and its multiple operating subsidiaries in the medical device contract manufacturing industry. We are seeking a professional with strong expertise in State and Local Tax (SALT) who thrives in a complex, multi-entity environment. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance across jurisdictions while proactively identifying tax planning opportunities. This is a hybrid position based in Elk River, MN or Brooklyn Park, MN, with an expectation of three days per week in the office to collaborate with cross-functional teams and effectively support business operations.

Essential Job Functions                                                                

• Prepare and review state and local income/franchise tax returns, sales and use tax filings, and property tax returns for the holding company and its subsidiaries.
• Analyze and manage SALT implications of intercompany transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
• Monitor and interpret changes in state and local tax laws and assess their impact on the organization’s tax position.
• Support and manage state tax audits, including data gathering, issue resolution, and communication with tax authorities.
• Conduct research and provide guidance on nexus, apportionment, and taxability of products and services across multiple jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams at both the holding and subsidiary levels to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.
• Assist in the development and implementation of SALT strategies to minimize tax liabilities and support business growth.
• Maintain compliance calendars and ensure timely filings and payments across all entities.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Champions our organizational values of integrity, respect, and commitment to excellence
• Partner with other business segments:  sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning accurately
• Participate in required company meetings
• Maintain an organized work area (5S)
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA’s and certifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 3–5 years of SALT experience, preferably in a multi-entity corporate environment or public accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of state and local tax laws, especially in manufacturing and distribution contexts.
• Experience with tax research tools (e.g., CCH, BNA, RIA Checkpoint).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software (e.g., Corptax, Vertex, OneSource, BNA, Avalara).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desirable Criteria & Qualifications

• CPA or MST
• Experience in the medical device or manufacturing industry
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and indirect tax engines
• Exposure to tax implications of supply chain and contract manufacturing structures
• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Cretex Medical offers a full benefit package to its employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options. Cretex Medical also offers a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off and holiday pay.

Cretex Medical also offers company-specific benefits, such as:

• Employee Appreciation events
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Training and Development opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• New state-of-the-art facility in Brooklyn Park!

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.