Manager, Fuel Tax

Position Summary...

The Manager, Fuel Tax is responsible for fuel tax compliance and advisory activities supporting Walmart and Sam’s Club domestic operations. The position partners closely with business, tax, and external stakeholders to manage complex tax requirements, support operational decision-making, and identify opportunities to strengthen processes. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, strategic tax professional with strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.


About the team:

Walmart’s Fuel Tax Team manages the complex federal, state, and local tax obligations associated with the purchase, transfer, and sale of gasoline and undyed diesel fuel across Walmart and Sam’s Club domestic operations. Embedded within the fuel operations organization, the team works closely with business partners and tax colleagues to provide practical guidance, ensure compliance with applicable tax requirements, and support business initiatives.

What you'll do...

• Manage real-time calculation of federal, state, and local taxes imposed on the wholesale purchases and sales of motor fuel with AvaTax Excise software service.
• Prepare fuel tax returns using Avalara Returns Excise software.
• Use SAP-BI, Excel, Power BI, and other analytical tools to prepare additional filings, reconcile returns to general ledger accounts, and develop key performance indicators.
• Manage fuel tax audits and coordinate timely responses to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Research and analyze complex fuel tax matters, advise internal stakeholders on business transactions, and use data to identify tax optimization opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders including industry peers, consultants, and government tax administrators.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, ensure compliance with applicable requirements, and communicate business impacts clearly and timely.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve tax processes, controls, and supporting systems.
• Mentor junior team members by providing ongoing feedback and growth opportunities.
• Support special projects and other priorities as needed.

 

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; CPA, CMI-Sales Tax or advanced degree in Taxation is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in the fuel industry with nationwide exposure to the taxation of fuel.
• Strong knowledge of motor fuel tax including taxation within the bulk transfer terminal system. 
• Experience with the AvaTax Excise software service and Avalara Returns Excise software service.
• Proficiency in data analysis and leveraging data to optimize tax strategies.
• Experience working with multiple jurisdictions and navigating complex tax regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Skilled in identifying process improvements and implementing system enhancements.
• Commitment to maintaining integrity, accuracy, and adherence to company policies and legal standards.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
-Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage

-Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance

-Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field and 2 years’ experience in accounting, finance, income tax
compliance, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in accounting, finance, income tax compliance, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Leading cross-functional projects, License to practice law in at least one state, Supervisory experienceJ.D., Masters: Accounting, Masters: Business, Masters: Economics, Masters: Finance, Masters: LawCertified Public Accountant (CPA) - Certificate

Primary Location...

905 Customer Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.