Director, Tax

Onsite - Office TX - The Woodlands, Corporate HQ Full time

JR3498

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry. Summary The Tax Director oversees the income tax function, with a primary focus on U.S. federal and state income taxes. The role oversees income tax compliance, ASC 740 accounting and reporting, and tax planning, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and alignment with Kodiak’s strategic and financial objectives as a public company. The Tax Director reports to the Vice President of Tax and partners closely with various cross functional teams and external advisors while leading the income tax team. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Own the end to end U.S. income tax lifecycle, including compliance, provision, planning, and controversy. Manage timely and accurate completion of all U.S. income tax filings, payments, and related reports. Lead the quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax provision process to ensure high quality, accurate tax accounting, reporting, and disclosures. Identify and record uncertain tax positions and maintain appropriate reserves. Oversee recording and reconciliation of all tax-related accounts. Monitor U.S. federal and state tax law, energy industry developments, and company policies. Identify and execute tax planning strategies and opportunities, including potential credits and incentives, to optimize effective tax rate and cash taxes while aligning with the company’s strategic objectives. Provide tax support for strategic business transactions, including financing, capital investments, mergers or acquisitions, divestitures, through strong tax forecasting and transactional modeling. Ensure effective internal controls over tax processes, policies, and supporting documentation while periodically assessing or enhancing control design and operating effectiveness. Identify and communicate tax issues, risks, and results to management. Recommend and help implement improvements to reporting processes, controls, and documentation to improve accuracy, responsiveness, and efficiency. Coordinate international reporting and compliance with external advisors, as applicable. Partner with cross-functional teams on issues relevant to tax and in support of the accounting and finance function Promote and support the development of the tax team through guidance, training, mentorship, and feedback, alongside the Vice President, Tax. Enhance or develop knowledge of indirect tax, including sales and use, and ad valorem tax. Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and tax authorities. Qualifications Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required Certified Public Accountant required 10+ years of progressive tax experience with a public company, or a combination of accounting firm and in-house experience Experience with complex organizational structures, including partnerships, corporations, and joint ventures. Demonstrated ability to lead a tax functional team in income tax compliance and provision Energy (oil & gas, power) industry experience, preferred Experience with International Tax, a plus Exposure or experience with Indirect Tax, a plus Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of federal, state and local tax regulations with ability to support tax positions through tax research Experience working with tax research software such as CCH, BNA, or Checkpoint Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with tax software systems such as Thomson Reuters OneSource Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast paced environment Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively across departments Attention to detail and accuracy with strong analytical skills Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

• management
• administrative

Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry. Kodiak’s 99.5%+ Runtime is the Result of Empowering Partnership with Employees, Stakeholders, Customers, and Vendors. ReqID: JR3498 #J-18808-Ljbffr Kodiakgas