Tax Director

Tax Director

We are seeking an experienced Tax Director to lead and oversee the company’s global tax function. The Tax Director will develop and execute tax strategy, ensure compliance across jurisdictions, manage tax accounting and provision (ASC 740/FIN 48), support transactional activity including M&A and cross-border structuring, and partner closely with finance, legal and business leaders to optimize cash tax outcomes and manage tax risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the global tax function, setting strategy and priorities for Corporate Tax, International Tax, Transfer Pricing, SALT and Indirect Tax (VAT/GST)
• Own tax accounting and provision processes (ASC 740/FIN 48) including preparation, review and disclosure support for SEC reporting (10-K/10-Q)
• Manage tax compliance and tax return preparation for multiple jurisdictions, including payroll, sales & use and withholding tax obligations
• Design and implement tax-efficient cross-border structures and intercompany frameworks; oversee transfer pricing policy and documentation
• Lead tax aspects of M&A activity and postmerger integration; conduct and supervise tax due diligence and structuring for transactions
• Oversee tax controversy, audits and IRS negotiations; drive resolution strategies and interact with external counsel and advisors
• Identify and manage tax credits and incentives (including R&D credits) and other cash tax planning opportunities
• Ensure SOX/Internal Controls compliance for tax processes and collaborate with internal audit and external auditors
• Partner with Treasury and FP&A on cash tax forecasting, effective tax rate management and tax provisions impact
• Implement and leverage tax technology and ERP systems (ONESOURCE, CorpTax, Vertex, Avalara, CCH; SAP, Oracle) to automate processes, improve controls and drive data-driven decisions
• Develop and maintain tax policy, governance and risk management framework; advise senior leadership and the Board on tax risks and strategy
• Recruit, mentor and lead a high-performing tax team; manage relationships with external advisors, Big Four firms and other service providers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or related field; CPA required (or equivalent). Advanced degree (LLM/Tax or MBA) preferred
• 10+ years progressive tax experience including significant public accounting (Big Four) and in-house corporate tax leadership
• Deep technical expertise across Transfer Pricing, International Tax, Corporate Tax, SALT, Indirect Tax (VAT/GST) and Tax Provision (ASC 740/FIN 48)
• Proven experience leading M&A tax workstreams, tax due diligence, postmerger integration and cross-border structuring
• Demonstrated success managing tax controversy, audits and IRS negotiations
• Strong experience with transfer pricing documentation, tax treaties, withholding tax and BEPS/OECD guidance
• Hands-on experience with tax technology and ERP implementations (ONESOURCE, CorpTax, Vertex, Avalara, CCH, SAP, Oracle, Advanced Excel) and data automation techniques
• Experience with SEC reporting (10-K/10-Q), SOX controls and internal control frameworks
• Proven ability to lead and influence senior stakeholders, board-level communication and cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex tax issues into clear business advice
• Willingness to travel as required and to work collaboratively with global tax teams and external advisors
• High integrity, client service orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment