Global Tax Planning Manager

Overview

This role is ideal for candidates based in the Greater Columbus, OH area or remote candidates located within 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 time.

The tax function oversees the design, implementation, and defense of tax strategies and positions for both domestic and international operations. Responsibilities include recording and reporting tax expenses in accordance with US GAAP, Non-GAAP, IFRS, and SEC reporting requirements, managing tax due diligence for corporate transactions, preparing tax compliance returns and reports for all jurisdictions, monitoring legislative and regulatory tax changes, and developing tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities legally. The tax team also serves as subject matter experts on payroll tax and employee benefits as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement global tax planning initiatives
• Research and analyze U.S. and non-U.S. tax laws, regulations, and tax treaties; communicate findings both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences
• Prepare tax analyses including pros, cons, and cost/benefit evaluations
• Prepare and review step plans and tax technical memoranda
• Communicate tax plans with Directors of Tax Planning and M&A and broader management teams
• Assist Directors of Tax Planning and M&A with all workstreams related to mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
• Partner with Treasury, Legal, Accounting, and business units to implement tax planning initiatives
• Coordinate with Tax Provision and Compliance teams regarding transactions impacting tax returns and tax provision calculations; document research for tax files
• Support the Tax Controversy team with information related to tax planning initiatives as needed
• Research, analyze, and document changes to key legislation impacting the organization (e.g., tax reform)
• 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 associated treasury regulations; basic understanding of foreign tax rules highly 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 and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently preferred
• Ability and interest in utilizing AI tools to improve processes and identify efficiencies in project execution and data insights for 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 that support the organization’s financial and business goals. The role requires a high degree of technical and strategic ability, urgency in execution, and the capacity to summarize complex regulatory changes, create actionable plans, and communicate tax strategies effectively.

Experience preparing and reviewing restructuring step plans, calculating global tax impacts, and conducting tax technical research is necessary. Strong project management skills are critical, including managing internal and external resources 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 with 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.

Location

• Greater Columbus, OH area preferred
• Remote candidates considered within Eastern and Central Time Zones
• Travel required 3-4 times per year to Dublin, OH campus for approximately one week each time

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 valuing diversity of thought, experience, and background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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 law.