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, monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and developing tax planning strategies to minimize liabilities.
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 and cons, costs, and benefits.
- 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 and 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.
- Interest and ability to utilize AI tools to improve processes and identify efficiencies in tax planning and M&A preferred.
Additional Information
This position reports to one of two Directors of Global Tax Planning and M&A and 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 plans.
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; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); short- and long-term disability coverage; work-life resources; paid parental leave; and healthy lifestyle programs.
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
Application
Applications are encouraged as soon as possible. The anticipated application window closes on 07/15/2026.
The salary range is an estimate and pay is determined by multiple factors including geographic location, education, experience, skills, and internal pay equity.
Candidates who are returning to work, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
The organization is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 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, public assistance status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.