[Hiring] Director, Tax @ecoATM

Role Description

ecoATM is hiring a Director, Tax reporting to our Chief Accounting Officer (CAO). This role owns ecoATM's global tax function end to end; tax planning, the quarterly and annual income tax provision under ASC 740, and all U.S. federal, state, local, and non-U.S. compliance. The role is the company's principal internal tax authority and the primary point of contact for external tax advisors, the external auditors, and taxing authorities.

This is a hands-on, build-and-run role. ecoATM co-sources significant compliance and advisory work, so the Director is accountable for scoping, directing, reviewing, and controlling the cost of third-party providers rather than delegating judgment to them. Emphasis is heaviest on tax planning, the provision, and compliance execution; international and U.S. international tax is a required competency but a modest share of the overall workload.

The role partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, and business leadership on transaction support, entity structure, cash tax planning, and audit readiness, and reports to the Chief Accounting Officer. This is a visible role, interacting regularly with the CFO, the CEO, and ecoATM's private equity sponsors.

Over time, ecoATM expects to bring elements of the tax provision and compliance in house and build a small internal tax team. The Director is expected to assess what should move in house, make the case, and lead that build.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Planning & Strategy
  • Develop and execute the company's tax planning agenda.
  • Model the tax consequences of business initiatives and present recommendations.
  • Identify and drive federal, state, and local planning opportunities.
  • Maintain a forward-looking view of enacted and proposed legislation.
  • Evaluate and document uncertain tax positions.
• Tax Provision (ASC 740)
  • Own the quarterly and annual income tax provision end to end.
  • Prepare or review all tax-related financial statement disclosures.
  • Maintain provision models and documentation to an auditable standard.
  • Own tax-related SOX controls and remediate deficiencies.
  • Forecast the effective tax rate and cash taxes in partnership with FP&A and Treasury.
• Tax Compliance & Third-Party Provider Management
  • Own the complete compliance calendar and ensure timely filing of all tax returns.
  • Direct third-party providers across various tax areas.
  • Own business license registrations and renewals.
  • Oversee non-U.S. filings and statutory tax reporting.
  • Manage tax audits, notices, and information requests.
• International & U.S. International Tax
  • Oversee U.S. international calculations and reporting.
  • Maintain intercompany and transfer pricing arrangements.
  • Monitor global minimum tax developments and escalate exposures.
  • Support cross-border cash repatriation and entity structure decisions.
• Process, Systems & Leadership
  • Build and continuously improve tax processes and documentation.
  • Drive automation and data quality across tax data sourcing.
  • Partner with various departments to translate tax requirements into practical business guidance.
  • Provide clear reporting to senior stakeholders on tax risk and effective rates.
  • Assess which elements of tax provision and compliance should be brought in house.
  • Operate initially as a working individual contributor, then build an in-house tax team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA and/or Master's in Taxation (MST) highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive corporate tax experience.
• Deep ownership of the ASC 740 income tax provision.
• Strong federal and multistate income tax compliance experience.
• Working knowledge of U.S. international tax concepts.
• Proven track record of managing third-party tax providers.
• Experience transitioning outsourced tax work in house is a strong plus.
• Experience operating in a SOX-compliant or audited environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, local, and international tax laws.
• Advanced proficiency in tax research and analysis.
• Expertise in tax software and accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• High ethical standards and sound judgment.
• Ability to use AI tools effectively for tax research and reporting.

Measures of Success (First 12 Months)

• Quarterly and annual provisions delivered without material audit adjustments.
• A complete, documented, and current tax compliance calendar.
• A documented, auditable provision and compliance workpaper set.
• Third-party provider spend at or below budget.
• At least two quantified planning opportunities identified and executed.
• All open notices, audits, and exposures inventoried and assessed.
• A recommendation on which provision and compliance activities should move in house.

Business Travel

<10%

Location

Remote; must reside in the United States

Pay Range

$176,700 - $233,200 Annually

This position is eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Here at ecoATM/Gazelle we value diversity & belonging and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.