Tax Manager

We're Hiring: Tax Manager
Location: Torrance, CA
Company: Pelican

Who We Are

At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world's toughest conditions-because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we've been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.

With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it's transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.

At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You'll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn't an option. If you're ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do:

Pelican is looking for a Tax Manager who thrives at the intersection of compliance, strategy, and collaboration. In this role, you'll partner closely with the Tax Director to manage domestic and international tax responsibilities, support financial reporting, and help shape smart tax planning initiatives. You'll oversee day-to-day tax operations, work with external advisors, and play a key role in minimizing risk while optimizing Pelican's global tax position.

• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Manage preparation and review of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns, oversee indirect tax filings, including sales/use and property taxes, ensure timely estimates, extensions, and filings with tax authorities and monitor tax law changes and assess business impact.
• International Tax: Oversee international tax filings across global jurisdictions, manage transfer pricing calculations for intercompany transactions and coordinate transfer pricing studies and maintain supporting documentation
• Provision & Financial Reporting: Prepare and review income tax provisions under ASC 740, support quarterly and annual financial reporting and disclosures, and partner with Accounting and Finance to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Tax Planning & Strategy: Support tax planning initiatives and structuring opportunities, analyze transactions and business initiatives for tax implications and assist with audit defense and manage tax audits and inquiries.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Supervise and mentor a Senior Tax Accountant, coordinate work performed by external tax advisors, and partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Payroll, and Operations.
• Process Improvement: Improve tax processes, documentation, and internal controls, support automation and efficiency initiatives within the tax function and maintain strong documentation to support compliance and tax positions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong knowledge of U.S federal and state taxation (international tax experience a plus)
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with senior leadership
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience

What's In It For You:

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans/Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities

• 401k plan - with immediate match

• Great Benefits - several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
• Health Savings Account Contribution

• Wellness Discount Program

• Global Mental Wellness Program
• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
• Peer to Peer Recognition Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Exceptional Employee Satisfaction Scores
• Ample free parking with EV Charging Station

• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear

• Employee referral program - get paid to work with your trusted network.

• Prime location - minutes away from the beach!

• Established reputable brand offering premium products - you'll be proud to represent Pelican!

• And more...

Compensation & Benefits:
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this positionis listed below. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.
Pelican Products, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.