Global Indirect Tax Director

Global Indirect Tax DirectorAs the Global Indirect Tax Director, you'll deliver a full range of tax planning, consulting, and compliance services for your multiple clients– all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You'll collaborate with the Sales and Use Tax team and lead staff on various tax matters, on all phases of project and engagement management, because together is how we succeed.From day one, you'll be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in your role to meet client needs and help you achieve more, confidently.Your day-to-day may include:Respond to inquiries from the State and other tax authoritiesLead a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management, to gather information and perform tax servicesLead team members to promptly resolve client problems or tax issues encountered in preparation processUnderstand client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilize that knowledge on engagementsAttend professional development and training sessions on a regular basisDirectors will oversee numerous client projects and tasks simultaneouslyLead professional development and training sessions on a regular basisBusiness Development – lead sales presentations for both existing and prospective clientsOther duties as assignedYou have the following technical skills and qualifications:Bachelor's degree in accounting preferredMinimum ten years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consultingCPA, JD, or Certified Member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation requiredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDirectors are required to manage various project tasks at the same timeProject managers will be ultimately responsible for the overall project and deliverableSupport business development activities, such as identification, proposal development, and other pursuit activities at clientsStrong computer skillsCan travel as neededThe base salary range for this position is between $197,800 and $247,250. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton's discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.