Tax Manager Jobs in Alabama
Tax Manager jobs in Alabama are concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery, where corporate headquarters, defense contractors, and state agencies generate consistent demand for senior tax professionals. Employers like Regions Financial, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, and Protective Life have long-standing tax departments that recruit at the manager level across corporate tax compliance, multi-state tax planning, and international tax. Demand holds steady for professionals who can handle complex entity structures and SEC reporting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assistant Manager - Finance (Tax)
Position Summary:
The Assistant Manager of Tax is responsible for the preparation and review of various tax forms, related reports, forecasts of tax related expenses, government surveys, government notices, and responses to internal and external audits. This position also conducts simple and complex studies related to new and existing tax issues and regulations. This position works with Accounting, Treasury and other departments to ensure correct analysis and resolution of tax issues. Supervises professional tax accounting Team Members.
Essential Functions:
- Gather data, prepare, review, and file sales and use tax returns.
- Perform daily reviews of accounting documents and material codes for sales and use tax.
- Gather data, prepare, review, and file payroll tax, property tax and other tax forms and returns.
- Review fixed asset documents and invoices for proper tax processing.
- Review fixed asset information for property tax.
- Prepare and review government surveys.
- Assist with various federal and local tax audits.
- Prepare and perform reviews, reconciliations, forecasts and analysis as assigned by management.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exhibit the ability to work efficiently with a team as well as independently.
- Must be willing to share knowledge and assist other team members as needed.
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while prioritizing assignments as necessary.
- Assist with income tax provision as needed.
- Perform special projects and related research to apply changing tax law to company operations, as assigned.
- Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
- Meet all other requirements as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Tax or Accounting
- Master’s degree in Tax or Accounting preferred
Related Experience:
- 4 or more years of public accounting or corporate income tax experience preferred
- Experience in Automotive Industry preferred
Training / Certification:
CPA preferred
Skills / Knowledge:
- MS Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Sage - Preferred
- OneSource - Preferred
- SAP - Preferred
Additional Information:
Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.
Nearest Major Market: Montgomery
Assistant Manager - Finance (Tax)
Position Summary:
The Assistant Manager of Tax is responsible for the preparation and review of various tax forms, related reports, forecasts of tax related expenses, government surveys, government notices, and responses to internal and external audits. This position also conducts simple and complex studies related to new and existing tax issues and regulations. This position works with Accounting, Treasury and other departments to ensure correct analysis and resolution of tax issues. Supervises professional tax accounting Team Members.
Essential Functions:
- Gather data, prepare, review, and file sales and use tax returns.
- Perform daily reviews of accounting documents and material codes for sales and use tax.
- Gather data, prepare, review, and file payroll tax, property tax and other tax forms and returns.
- Review fixed asset documents and invoices for proper tax processing.
- Review fixed asset information for property tax.
- Prepare and review government surveys.
- Assist with various federal and local tax audits.
- Prepare and perform reviews, reconciliations, forecasts and analysis as assigned by management.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exhibit the ability to work efficiently with a team as well as independently.
- Must be willing to share knowledge and assist other team members as needed.
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while prioritizing assignments as necessary.
- Assist with income tax provision as needed.
- Perform special projects and related research to apply changing tax law to company operations, as assigned.
- Administer, coordinate, and comply with all Business Management System (BMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements.
- Meet all other requirements as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Tax or Accounting
- Master’s degree in Tax or Accounting preferred
Related Experience:
- 4 or more years of public accounting or corporate income tax experience preferred
- Experience in Automotive Industry preferred
Training / Certification:
CPA preferred
Skills / Knowledge:
- MS Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Sage - Preferred
- OneSource - Preferred
- SAP - Preferred
Additional Information:
Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call duty or overtime due to overall responsibility.
Nearest Major Market: Montgomery
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The qualifications that appear most often in tax manager jobs across Alabama.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, taxation, or a closely related field
- Minimum five years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate environment
- Demonstrated expertise in federal and multi-state corporate income tax compliance and planning
- Experience managing staff, reviewing returns, and coordinating with external auditors
- Proficiency with tax software such as OneSource, Corptax, or similar enterprise platforms
Tax Manager Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax manager in Alabama?
Most tax managers in Alabama hold an active CPA license issued by the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination, meeting Alabama's education requirements, and completing supervised work experience. A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or taxation is the standard academic foundation. Candidates typically spend several years in public accounting or corporate tax roles before advancing to a manager-level position with direct supervisory and compliance responsibilities.
How much do tax managers make in Alabama?
Tax managers in Alabama earn a median of about $74,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,240 for the lowest 10% to over $123,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax managers in Alabama?
Employers hiring tax managers in Alabama right now include BMSS, Jobot, and Deloitte, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Alabama's financial services sector, healthcare organizations, and defense-adjacent manufacturers are among the most consistent sources of manager-level tax openings in the state.
Which Alabama cities have the most tax manager jobs?
Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery lead Alabama for tax manager openings. Birmingham drives the largest share, anchored by its concentration of financial institutions, insurance headquarters, and large regional law and accounting firms, while Huntsville's growth in federal contracting and technology has expanded its corporate tax hiring significantly in recent years.
Are there remote tax manager jobs in Alabama?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since tax work is largely document-driven and systems-based. About 58% of tax manager openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the role adapts to distributed work. Corporate tax compliance, tax research, and provision work are the functions most frequently offered with remote or hybrid flexibility.
How can I get hired as a tax manager in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a regional or national public accounting firm's Alabama office, such as those with offices in Birmingham or Huntsville, as a staff or senior associate and building toward manager through promotion. Large Alabama employers like Regions Financial and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama also hire into rotational or associate finance programs that can move into tax. Holding or actively pursuing a CPA license through the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy strengthens any candidacy significantly, even before reaching manager level.
Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to tax manager jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and other Alabama markets. Search the listings, find roles that match your background, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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