Assoc Director Income Tax Accounting & Compliance

Associate Director, Income Tax Accounting And Compliance

The Global Tax function at Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW) is undergoing a multi-year transformation driven by new leadership and a renewed vision for how tax supports the business. We seek team members who embrace a customer service mindset, proactively identify and address issues, and bring a commitment to establishing and following standard processes and high-quality work practices. Successful incumbents in this role strive for efficiency, champion simplification, and leverage technology and data to create lasting value. We welcome individuals who collaborate with business partners, anticipate emerging risks, and contribute to building a modern, agile, and strategically focused tax organization.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Income Tax Accounting, the Associate Director, Income Tax Accounting and Compliance, manages a small team responsible for executing U.S. and/or non-U.S. income tax processes.

The Associate Director manages ASC 740 and income tax compliance processes and contributes to operational planning, ensuring accurate and timely delivery for quarterly and annual tax provisions, return-to-provision analysis, internal control effectiveness, audit readiness, and the accurate, timely, compliant filing of corporate and timeshare association tax returns aligned to MVW Enterprise strategic business and financial objectives.

Requires strong knowledge of U.S. and/or non-U.S. tax laws, ASC 740, and regulatory requirements along with the ability to analyze complex transactions, assess tax risks, and develop well-supported positions for tax audits. Partners cross-functionally with Finance, Controllership, Legal, and Internal Audit, and external advisors.

Key Results

• Deliver high-quality results for all assigned aspects of the tax accounting and reporting (ASC 740) process and the income tax compliance process for quarterly and annual filings with timely, predictable closes and high external auditor confidence.
• Strengthen tax governance, controls, and documentation.
• Improve audit readiness and external stakeholder outcomes.
• Optimize return-to-provision processes through process and data improvements and timely issue resolution.
• Provide timely and accurate advisory support for business initiatives.
• Proactively manage tax risks and support identification of tax opportunities.
• Contribute to team development by coaching assigned staff and fostering their professional growth.
• Accelerate automation and simplification through technology and standardized work, reducing manual touchpoints and operational risk.
• Enhance cross-disciplinary tax partnership by providing proactive, high-quality support to compliance, planning, and controversy teams to improve accuracy, consistency, and strategic outcomes.

Working Relationships

• Global Tax Team
• Finance & Accounting
• Internal Audit
• Legal
• Treasury
• Risk Management
• Human Resources
• External Tax Advisors

Specific Expected Contributions

Tax Reporting & Leadership

• Prepares and reviews components of the quarterly and annual income tax provision, including current and deferred tax calculations, valuation allowances, and return-to-provision adjustments.
• Supports consolidation of U.S. and non-U.S. results for financial reporting purposes.
• Assists in ensuring tax positions are documented and communicated to the global compliance team for incorporation into the annual income tax return as well as to ensure the return to provision differences are captured in the company's general ledger.
• Performs analysis and reviews book to tax adjustments to be utilized for periodic estimated payments, quarterly tax provisions, and annual income tax returns.
• Ensures timely and accurate reporting of tax provision results to internal and external stakeholders.

Tax Governance & Controls

• Supports SOX and internal control compliance and maintains robust internal controls and documentation of tax provision processes.
• Contributes to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax accounting workflows.
• Supports tax planning initiatives for both domestic and international operations ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
• Assists with tax research and process improvements to ensure compliance with tax accounting rules.
• Monitors legislative, regulatory, and accounting standard changes and assess their impact on the organization.

Strategic Tax Advisory

• Provides analysis and support for tax accounting and compliance implications of strategic initiatives and business decisions across the MVW Enterprise.
• Supports tax accounting audits, including preparation of documentation and responses to inquiries.
• Supports evaluation of tax planning opportunities and risk mitigation strategies aligned with the company's risk tolerance and financial objectives.
• Assists in due diligence and post-transaction integration activities for tax accounting positions for acquisitions and divestitures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partners with Finance, Accounting, and external auditors to support financial statement and compliance disclosures and audit readiness.
• Coordinates with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants to ensure consistent positions and efficient execution.
• Prepares clear, concise technical memoranda and presentations for executive leadership, auditors, and audit committees as needed.
• Builds effective working relationships to support accurate reporting and execution of both people and processes.

Team Development & Special Projects

• Mentors and develops assigned tax accounting professionals, setting clear expectations and key performance indicators.
• Fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, continuous improvement, and learning.
• Helps manage workloads across cycles to ensure sustained quality and balance.
• Assists tax team members with projects in support of the tax team's success.
• Performs special projects as requested.

Candidate Profile

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or similar discipline or equivalent work experience required.

Certifications

• CPA preferred

Experience

• At least eight years of progressive work experience in tax accounting, tax compliance, or corporate tax.
• Some experience managing a team of tax professionals preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 and US and/or Non-U.S. l income tax laws.
• Experience with OneSource Tax Provision system strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting leadership of tax provision and compliance systems and processes for publicly traded companies.
• Experience in a corporate, multi-unit and/or multi-state/country environment preferred.
• Experience in a matrix corporate structured organization preferred.
• Experience in Hotel Management, Vacation Ownership, Hospitality preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Integrity Maintains strong ethical standards and compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies, ensuring a principled approach to all responsibilities.
• Leadership & Vision Demonstrates strong planning abilities and a "hands-on" leadership style that supports the priorities of the business. Contributes to enhancing tax accounting practices and helps identify opportunities for improvement. Aligns work with broader tax and business objectives and proactively raises potential risks or impacts.
• Communication Skills Capable of translating complex tax concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Exceptional analytical, documentation, and written communication skills.
• People & Change Management Provides coaching and guidance to team members and supports broader transformation initiatives by embracing simplification, standardization, and technology-enabled process improvements.
• Commercial & Technical Competence Strong knowledge of U.S. federal income tax and ASC 740 standards with a solid understanding of state and international concepts. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and sound judgement in interpreting guidance, evaluating complex issues, and developing practical, well-supported positions with appropriate oversight.
• Process-Oriented & Organized Strong process and project management abilities with a commitment to delivering high-quality work efficiently and on time. Establishes clear accountabilities, demonstrates a hands-on approach, and ensures thorough follow-through.
• Results-Driven Demonstrates initiative, persistence in achieving goals, and a strong problem-solving mindset. Operates independently within assigned responsibilities, effectively prioritizes competing demands, and contributes to resolving issues efficiently. Is flexible to work extended hours as needed to meet deadlines.
• People & Team-Orientation Demonstrates respect for others, tactful assertiveness, and the ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment while striving to achieve ambitious goals. A collaborative team player with good interpersonal skills, capable of building and fostering cross-functional relationships within and beyond the tax function.
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