Application Guide

How to Apply for Indirect Tax Manager (Remote)

at SOLV Energy

🏢 About SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy is a leader in solar energy development across North America, focusing on large-scale projects that advance cleaner power solutions. Working here means contributing directly to the renewable energy transition while being part of a remote-first culture that values expertise in specialized fields like construction taxation.

About This Role

This Indirect Tax Manager role is central to ensuring tax compliance across SOLV Energy's solar construction projects, directly advising project teams on tax implications and managing audits. Your work will directly impact project profitability and risk management in a fast-growing renewable energy sector.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing construction contract terms for tax implications, preparing sales/use tax filings for multiple jurisdictions, advising procurement teams on tax-efficient subcontracting strategies, and responding to tax authority inquiries while ensuring all activities align with SOLV Energy's solar project timelines.

🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For

  • Has 10+ years of indirect tax experience specifically within construction, engineering, or renewable energy projects
  • Demonstrates deep knowledge of construction-specific sales/use tax issues and has hands-on audit management experience
  • Can interpret complex construction contracts and procurement agreements to determine correct tax treatment
  • Possesses a CPA, JD, or advanced degree in tax/accounting with experience using ERP systems for tax compliance

📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy

1

Quantify your experience with construction tax audits - mention specific dollar amounts or project types you've managed

2

Highlight any renewable energy or solar project experience immediately in your resume summary

3

Demonstrate familiarity with ERP systems by naming specific platforms you've used for tax compliance

4

Tailor your examples to construction contracting scenarios rather than general retail/manufacturing tax experience

5

Research SOLV Energy's recent project announcements and reference their specific work in your cover letter

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with construction contract tax implications and subcontracting arrangements', "Examples of how you've advised project teams on tax matters in previous construction/renewable energy roles", 'Your approach to managing tax audits for large-scale projects and mitigating construction-related tax risks', "Why you're passionate about applying your tax expertise to the renewable energy sector specifically"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • SOLV Energy's current solar project portfolio and geographic footprint across North America
  • Recent renewable energy tax incentives and legislation at federal and state levels
  • The company's mission statement and specific sustainability goals mentioned in their corporate materials
  • Construction industry tax challenges specific to solar/renewable energy projects

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through how you would determine sales/use tax treatment for a solar construction contract with multiple subcontractors
2 Describe your experience with property tax compliance for construction projects in multiple jurisdictions
3 How have you communicated complex tax positions to non-tax professionals like project managers or procurement teams?
4 What ERP systems have you used for tax compliance, and how did you optimize them for construction projects?
5 How do you stay current on tax regulations affecting renewable energy construction across different states?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with generic retail/manufacturing tax experience without connecting it to construction contexts
  • Failing to demonstrate specific audit management experience with tax authorities
  • Not showing understanding of how construction contracts differ from standard business transactions for tax purposes

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

Offer

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