Associate Director, Tax

Overview

This role is responsible for overseeing complex tax matters, including federal, state, and local tax compliance and the income tax provision process. The position provides leadership on day-to-day projects within the Tax team and collaborates with finance, human resources, legal, research and development (R&D), and IT, as well as external advisors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the quarterly and annual income tax provision process under ASC 740, including calculations, review, supporting documentation, tax account reconciliations, and financial statement disclosures.
• Manage the preparation and review of federal, state, local, and foreign income and franchise tax returns, including estimates, extensions, and other related filings.
• Manage and provide strategic direction for IRS and state income/franchise tax notices, audits, and information requests.
• Lead technical research on tax issues and provide guidance to the team.
• Direct the preparation of tax account forecasts and monthly accruals.
• Lead and direct significant tax projects from planning through execution, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Establish and ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Develop and mentor members of the Tax team.
• Lead ad hoc/special projects as needed (e.g., Section 382 study, credit study).

Requirements

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and handle a variety of tax assignments in a fast-paced environment, including flexibility to geographic time zones.
• Strong prioritization skills; ability to meet deadlines, execute accurately, and escalate issues when needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Responsibilities may require a work schedule that may include working outside of “normal” work hours to meet business demands.

Required Education & Licenses

• Nine to twelve years of recent, progressive experience in US corporate income tax with a combination of Big Four and multinational corporate tax department experience.
• Extensive experience with ASC 740 is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• CPA required; Master’s in Taxation is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits (FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY)

• Full base pay range: $160,000.00 - $240,000.00
• Base pay may vary based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors, with internal equity considerations.
• The role may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the applicable plan terms.
• Discretionary equity grants may be available in accordance with the Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.
• Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.

Location

US based candidates only.