Director, Tax FP&A

Company Description
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Job Description
Nielsen is seeking a strategic and technically strong tax leader to develop and oversee tax forecasting, technical tax modeling and tax planning support across a multinational organization. This role serves as a critical bridge across tax accounting, US compliance, international tax, and Corporate FP&A to deliver high quality tax forecasts, technical modeling, and actionable insights that support executive decision making. The ideal candidate combines deep US tax technical expertise with strong analytical capabilities and a demonstrated ability to translate complex tax matters into business oriented recommendations.
This role reports to the VP - Global Tax Reporting and Compliance and partners closely with finance, controllership, treasury, legal entity forecasting teams, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Forecasting & Financial Planning:

• Lead quarterly and annual effective tax rate forecasting processes.
• Own cash tax forecasting and scenario modeling.
• Partner with FP&A, controllership and transfer pricing to evaluate tax implications of forecasted business activity.
• Analyze forecast-to-actual variances and present actionable insights to senior leadership
• Develop legal entity tax forecast models and improve forecast precision across jurisdictions
• Support executive-level presentations and tax forecasting communication to senior finance leadership

Technical Tax Modeling & Analysis:

• Lead modeling and technical analysis for complex US federal matters, including:
• IRC Section 163(j)
• Tax attribute utilization and limitation analysis
• GILTI/Subpart F analysis
• FTC modeling
• Cross border tax planning support
• Pillar Two readiness/modeling support (as applicable)

• Evaluate tax impacts of business transactions, restructurings, and planning initiatives
• Identify and resolve data integrity gaps impacting tax forecasting and modeling

Oversight of Pillar Two Compliance:

• Manage the end-to-end Pillar Two compliance process, including tracking deadlines for Global Information Returns (GIR), Qualified Domestic Minimum Top Up Tax (QDMTT) returns, and advanced notifications/registrations across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Lead the analysis and modeling of the Transitional Safe Harbor (TSH) to scope jurisdictions requiring detailed Pillar Two calculations, and oversee the calculation of relevant top-up taxes.
• Determine, select, and oversee the implementation and utilization of the Pillar Two technology solution, including conducting fit/gap analyses, managing vendor selection, and directing data import and validation.
• Partner with finance and external advisors to integrate the Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) process and ensure the CbCR is "Qualified" for Pillar Two requirements.
• Develop and execute the phased Pillar Two Implementation plan and roadmap, addressing process, data, and technology challenges.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Develop and mentor team members while fostering technical excellence
• Manage external advisor relationships, as needed, for technical modeling support
• Serve as a strategic connector across tax, treasury, accounting, and FP&A functions
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders through clear communication and business partnership
• Drive a culture of accountability, analytical rigor, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive corporate tax experience. Big 4 or large multinational corporate experience preferred.
• Technical Mastery: Deep technical expertise in US federal income taxation Strong experience with Section 163(j), ASC 740, tax forecasting, and international tax concepts and modeling.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA and/or Master’s in Taxation (MST) preferred.
• Collaborative Mindset: Proven cross functional business partnership experience
• Analytical Rigor: Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for data extraction and transformation. Use of automation tools and/or AI highly preferred.

Communication Skills:

Strong executive communication skills and ability to analyze tax issues and translate findings into practical recommendations

Additional Information

Enabling your best to power a better media future.

Holistic Rewards:

We are committed to an inclusive benefits package that supports our employees and their families. This includes comprehensive health and wellness plans, a 401(k) with a Nielsen company match, and a generous paid time off policy. Depending on the role, additional benefits may include a company-provided vehicle and/or discretionary incentive/bonus eligibility.

Compensation Transparency:

The posted base salary range is a reasonable estimate that may be adjusted based on the final work location of the selected employee. Individual pay within the range is determined by factors such as experience, training, geography, certifications, and business needs. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for bonuses, equity, or other incentives

Nielsen makes hiring decisions without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, or membership in any other protected class.