Director Federal & State Tax

Generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Director of Tax to lead U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role will manage a small team, oversee tax provision, audits, and cross-functional collaborations to optimize the company’s tax position.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in corporate tax, ASC 740, and manufacturing-related incentives, and will drive process improvements and strategic tax initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation.
• Experience with consolidated and unitary state filings.
• Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system.
• ASC 740 reporting ability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple entities.
• Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision including current and deferred tax positions.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities related to manufacturing operations and intercompany transactions.
• Manage federal and state income tax audits and interact with tax authorities.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, operations, and legal teams for accurate tax reporting.
• Drive process improvements and mentor tax staff.

Skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance

Master’s in Tax or Juris Doctorate

Tools

SAP or ERP system

Job description

• Project management skills

The Director Tax is responsible for managing the company’s U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and partners cross-functionally to optimize the company’s tax position. This position will lead a small team including managing relationship with outsourced service provider.

Major Responsibilities

Income Tax Compliance

Oversight of the preparation and filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple legal entities, including consolidated and unitary filings

Tracking and utilization of tax attributes (NOLs, credits, carryforwards).

• Manage external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings

Monitor compliance requirements related to manufacturing-specific incentives and credits.

Tax Provision & Accounting (ASC 740)

Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision process, including current, deferred, and uncertain tax positions.

Review effective tax rate analyses and related disclosures for financial statements.

Ensure accurate recording of income tax entries in the general ledger.

Support external and internal audits by providing documentation and explanations related to income taxes.

Tax Planning & Strategy

Identify and implement tax planning opportunities related to manufacturing operations, capital investments, supply chain structure, and intercompany transactions.

Analyze the tax impact of business initiatives such as plant expansions, restructuring, and mergers or acquisitions.

Evaluate state income tax nexus, apportionment, and filing positions resulting from operational changes.

Audit & Risk Management

Manage federal and state income tax audits, including responses to information requests and coordination with tax authorities.

Research tax law changes and assess impacts on the company’s operations and financial reporting.

Assist with development and maintenance of tax controls and documentation in support of SOX compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with accounting, finance, operations, and legal teams to support accurate tax reporting and planning.

• Provide guidance on tax implications of manufacturing activities such as inventory capitalization, R&D credits, cost accounting changes, and fixed asset investments.

Process Improvement & Leadership

Drive process improvements and automation within tax compliance and provision workflows.

• Mentor and develop tax staff.

Support development of tax policies, procedures, and internal documentation.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance

Certification / License

CPA license or other certification is a plus

Work Experience

8 years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation, including public accounting and/or corporate tax.

Experience with consolidated and unitary state filings

Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

ASC 740 reporting ability

• Project management skills

Project management skills

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Master’s in Tax or Juris Doctorate

Certification / License

Certified Public Accountant or other certification

Work Experience

Understanding manufacturing related tax credits and incentives (e.g., R&D, energy, capital investment incentives).

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment