Director, Tax

Overview

This role involves managing comprehensive tax functions including compliance, planning, reporting, audit management, and team leadership within a multinational public company.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation, review, and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Maintain compliance with all US tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Manage and improve tax compliance processes to enhance efficiency.
• Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the organization's tax position and add value.
• Advise on tax implications of business operations, transactions, and acquisitions.
• Provide guidance on potential tax risks and opportunities.
• Oversee tax provision processes for financial reporting under IFRS.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of tax assets, liabilities, and related disclosures.
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting in financial statements.
• Manage tax audits and inquiries from federal and state tax authorities.
• Represent the organization in discussions with tax authorities, including preparing responses to audits.
• Ensure proper documentation and defense of tax positions taken.
• Oversee the performance and development of one direct report (Manager, US Tax).
• Lead, mentor, and develop the US tax team to ensure high performance.
• Foster collaboration between the tax department and other departments such as finance and legal.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in tax processes and controls.
• Stay current with changes in tax legislation and regulatory developments.
• Conduct tax research and analysis to assess impacts on the organization.
• Provide internal stakeholders with updates on tax issues and strategies.
• Support due diligence and integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Advise on tax-efficient structuring of transactions.

Education & Certifications

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional designation such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in taxation is considered an asset.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with increasing responsibility, including:
  • Audit and tax function experience with a public accounting firm.
  • Corporate tax function experience in a multinational public company.
• Strong to excellent experience with tax provisions and preparation of returns.
• Experience in the metal processing, distribution, and industrial products industry is an asset.
• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong sense of ownership, attention to detail, and commitment to project completion.
• Experience with Oracle’s Hyperion Financial Management reporting system is an asset.
• Hands-on experience leading identification, quantification, and monetization of tax incentives such as Research & Development Credits.
• Excellent understanding of U.S. Federal Income Tax.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing practical applications of tax legislation to ensure full compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing streamlined procedures to expedite accurate tax return filings.
• Thorough understanding of financial reporting of income taxes and related risks.
• Solid hands-on experience using the Effective Tax Rate Method for interim reporting and annual income tax provisions, including drafting related note disclosures.
• Good understanding and practical experience with inbound financing structures and general transfer pricing.
• Proven ability to effectively manage tax audits.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected compensation range: $156,120 - $249,708 (includes base pay and target variable pay).
• Actual compensation depends on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and internal equity considerations.
• Most offers will fall within this range to allow for future growth.

Location

• United States (implied by US tax focus and federal/state tax compliance requirements).