Role Description
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Tax to lead and manage all aspects of our global corporate tax function. As a key member of the Finance leadership team, the Director of Tax will be responsible for:
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Leading a high-performing tax function.
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Developing and executing tax strategies.
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Ensuring compliance of all domestic and international subsidiaries.
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Optimizing the company’s global tax position while supporting its growth.
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Managing areas such as tax planning, cash tax forecasting, compliance, reporting, and strategy across the global organization.
This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with experience in SaaS, cloud computing, or digital product-based business models.
What You'll Do
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Lead and manage all aspects of the company’s tax function, including compliance for both income and non-income taxes, planning and forecasting, tax provision, and strategy.
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Manage the coordination, review, and completion of federal and state income tax filings and related analysis and support.
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Responsible for accounting for income taxes in the U.S. and international subsidiaries.
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Manage the preparation and review of tax provisions, disclosures, and related tax footnotes for quarterly and annual financial statements.
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Effectively manage sales & use and property tax functions.
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Prepare forecasts for cash tax payments; analyze and explain actual variances versus forecast.
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Manage activities of external outsourced tax advisors and service providers.
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Review and sign off on work product from external service providers.
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Provide subject matter expertise on global withholding tax matters.
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Advise executive leadership on the tax implications of strategic initiatives.
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Collaborate with external advisors on complex tax structuring for M&A transactions.
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Monitor and assess the impact of tax legislation and regulatory developments.
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Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Operations.
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Management of transfer pricing policies and management fee arrangements.
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Represent the company in all audit matters.
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Oversee tax technology systems and ensure accurate tax data management.
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Maintain appropriate internal controls related to tax compliance and related reporting.
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Manage and mentor internal tax team members.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Master’s degree in Taxation required.
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15+ years with a combination of public accounting and industry experience.
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10 years minimum in tax, including international tax exposure.
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Deep understanding and experience with U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws.
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Experience managing outsourced tax providers.
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Experience with cash tax forecasting.
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Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
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Strong leadership, project management, analytical, and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple and competing deliverables simultaneously.
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Demonstrated track record of driving automation and process improvement in tax functions.
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Experience with ERP systems, tax engines, and electronic tax reporting.
Bonus Points If You Have
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Software industry experience (SaaS, cloud computing, or digital product-based business models).
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Familiarity with private equity or investment fund structures.
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Understanding of Subchapter K, partnership allocations, basis calculations, and investor-level tax considerations.
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Experience with tiered partnerships and blocker entities.
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Experience with applications such as NetSuite and OneSource.
Compensation and Benefits
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Base compensation for this position ranges from $210,000 - $250,000.
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This position is remote-friendly.
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Final compensation will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.