Overview
This role is ideal for candidates based in the Greater Columbus, OH area, with remote opportunities available for those in the Eastern and Central Time Zones. The position requires travel 3-4 times per year to the Dublin, OH campus for approximately one week each visit.
The tax function within the finance department is responsible for designing, implementing, and defending tax strategies for both domestic and international operations. This includes recording and reporting tax expenses in accordance with US GAAP, Non-GAAP, IFRS, and SEC requirements, managing tax due diligence for corporate transactions, preparing tax compliance returns, and monitoring legislative and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and identify strategic opportunities and risks.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement global tax planning initiatives.
- Research and analyze U.S. and non-U.S. tax laws, regulations, and treaties; communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Prepare tax analyses including pros, cons, and cost/benefit evaluations.
- Develop and review step plans and tax technical memoranda.
- Communicate tax plans with Directors of Tax Planning and M&A and broader management teams.
- Assist with all workstreams related to potential mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions.
- Collaborate with Treasury, Legal, Accounting, and business units to implement tax planning initiatives.
- Coordinate with Tax Provision and Compliance teams regarding transactions affecting tax returns and tax provision calculations.
- Support the Tax Controversy team with relevant information as needed.
- Research, analyze, and document changes to key legislation impacting the organization.
- Manage external resources assisting with tax planning projects.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of International Tax/Tax Planning experience at a Big Four Public Accounting Firm or Law Firm, or 7+ years of global tax experience.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
- MST, Law Degree, and/or CPA preferred.
- Experience in a large multinational corporate tax department and/or Big Four accounting firm highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and international tax rules, including U.S. tax reform and treasury regulations; basic understanding of foreign tax rules desired.
- Working knowledge of transfer pricing concepts preferred.
- Working knowledge of ASC 740 preferred.
- Advanced computer skills or ability to quickly learn new software (tax research tools, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint) preferred.
- Ability to model tax impacts of planning and M&A initiatives and U.S. tax reform impacts preferred.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently preferred.
- Ability and interest in utilizing AI tools to improve processes and identify efficiencies in tax planning and M&A preferred.
Role Expectations
Reporting to one of two Directors of Global Tax Planning and M&A, this position is responsible for coordinating and implementing various tax planning strategies aligned with the organization’s financial and business goals. The role requires a high degree of technical and strategic ability, urgency in execution, and strong communication skills to summarize complex regulations and develop actionable tax strategies.
Experience preparing and reviewing restructuring step plans, calculating global tax impacts, and conducting tax technical research is essential. Project management skills are critical, including managing internal and external stakeholders and tracking project expenses against budgets.
Compensation & Benefits
- Anticipated salary range: $105,100 - $165,110
- Bonus eligible
- Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401(k) savings plan
- Access to wages before payday via flexible pay options
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Work-life resources
- Paid parental leave
- Healthy lifestyle programs
Application Information
The application window is anticipated to close on 07/15/2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Salary is determined by multiple factors including geographic location, education, experience, skills, and internal pay equity.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The organization encourages applications from individuals who are returning to work, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans. It supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Location
- Greater Columbus, OH area preferred
- Remote candidates considered in Eastern and Central Time Zones
- Travel 3-4 times per year to Dublin, OH campus required