Vice President of Tax

The Vice President, Income Tax is a strategic role responsible for all areas of our income tax function, including domestic and foreign income tax planning and research, compliance with tax laws and regulations in all jurisdictions in which we operate, transfer pricing and application of ASC 740. He/She will work closely with international finance personnel, Financial Planning, Treasury, Legal and Business Development and would play a key role in tax planning around potential mergers and acquisitions. This individual will be required to develop an intimate knowledge of the Company’s business and serve as a team player. Leadership, communication, ability to influence and collaboration with cross-functional teams and third-party consultants will be key to driving effectiveness in this key area. Responsibilities Income Tax Accounting and Reporting: Coordinate with FP&A and Treasury to maintain quarterly tax schedules and reporting. Manage the preparation and review of the income tax provision; effectively communicate results to senior management and from time to time, the Audit Committee. Respond to all inquiries concerning income tax accounting matters. Support the review of income tax accounting and returns by the Company’s auditors. Maintain and improve internal controls and support reviews / testing with Internal Audit. Prepare all income tax disclosures in audited financial statements. Execute all monthly close activities, including account analyses and reconciliations. Income Tax Planning: Perform tax planning that minimizes the Company’s cash taxes and effective income tax rate; effectively manage the Company’s tax attributes. Proactively investigate any opportunities for federal, state and local tax incentives. Support the Company’s efforts in major business initiatives and transactions. Drive realization of the Company’s tax strategies, including appropriate involvement of Finance, Legal, and other internal constituents and external advisors. Maintain readiness for new legislation and changes in tax laws, such as Pillar II. Income Tax Compliance and Examinations: Work with international finance team members to maintain and actively manage a global income tax compliance calendar, ensuring all deadlines are met. Ensure accurate and timely filing of all income tax returns / extensions and timely remittance of estimated payments. Manage tax examinations and investigate and resolve tax notices received. Oversee compliance with foreign withholding and reporting. Transfer Pricing and Intercompany: Oversee all aspects of the Company’s transfer pricing, including required reports and analyses and quarterly journal entries. Work with Treasury to settle intercompany balances and to ensure appropriate funding to international subsidiaries. Reply to local requests and inquiries related to transfer pricing documentation. Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have BS in Accounting required; master’s degree in tax preferred; CPA required. Minimum 18+ years of relevant tax experience (including a combination of public accounting and corporate tax experience). Prior experience and expertise in domestic and international taxation, including income tax accounting, compliance and transfer pricing. Subject matter expert in income tax accounting principles and book/tax differences. Proven track record of creating and managing income tax functions. Prior experience in managing small teams in a matrix organization. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proven track record of driving process innovation and improvement. Ability to mentor and develop staff, a self-starter and team player. Exhibits credibility when representing the Company in tax matters, presents a positive, persuasive and professional presence. #J-18808-Ljbffr