Vice President, Income Tax

Vice President, Income Tax (Head of Tax) Compensation: $230,000 - $290,000 Base + 15% Bonus Location: 4 days/week onsite in NYC The Opportunity: Join a high-growth organization as the inaugural Vice President of Income Tax. This is a high‑visibility, newly created leadership seat designed for a strategic architect who thrives on building from the ground up. You will own the end‑to‑end income tax function, transitioning critical responsibilities from external providers to a sophisticated in‑house model. Operating at the strategic intersection of Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, and Legal, you will be the definitive voice for tax strategy, global expansion, and M&A. This is a hands‑on leadership role that requires an elite technical expert who is equally comfortable in the boardroom and the workpapers. The Impact You’ll Make Function Architecture & Provision Leadership Build the Blueprint: Design and lead all aspects of the income tax function, including tax provision, compliance, reporting, and long‑term strategic planning. ASC 740 Mastery: Own the quarterly and annual income tax provisions; manage disclosures and close activities with 100% accuracy and GAAP compliance. Process Transformation: Identify and implement systems to enhance efficiency, reduce close timelines, and optimize the global cash tax position. Global Strategy & Compliance International Oversight: Lead transfer pricing strategies and ensure robust documentation across multiple global jurisdictions. Regulatory Sentinel: Monitor evolving global regulations (e.g., PillarII / Global Minimum Tax) and assess their impact on the enterprise. Advisory Partnership: Manage and optimize co‑sourced relationships with external advisors and Big4 auditors to ensure seamless execution. Strategic Executive Partnership M&A & Restructuring: Provide mission‑critical tax guidance on business initiatives, legal entity structuring, and intercompany transactions. Board‑Level Presence: Prepare and present tax‑related materials directly to senior leadership and the Audit Committee. The Ideal Profile Required Professional Experience: The Foundation: CPA required with 15‑20+ years of progressive tax experience. A blend of Big4 public accounting and corporate leadership is strongly preferred. Leadership Tenure: Proven track record as a Head of Tax, VP, or Director with end‑to‑end ownership of an income tax function. Technical Depth: Deep expertise in ASC740, domestic/international tax compliance, and transfer pricing. The "Doer" Mindset: You must be a hands‑on leader who enjoys direct execution and owning the file rather than purely delegating to a team. Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr