A leading multinational technology organization is seeking a Director, Global Tax Accounting to lead its worldwide tax accounting and financial reporting function. Reporting directly to the Head of Tax, this role will serve as a strategic leader responsible for global tax provision reporting, regulatory compliance, process transformation, and tax technology modernization.
The successful candidate will be a highly technical tax professional with significant experience in ASC 740, multinational tax accounting, and public company reporting. This position offers the opportunity to influence enterprise‑wide initiatives while building a scalable tax accounting function capable of supporting a complex global business.
Position Summary
This role is responsible for overseeing global income tax accounting, external tax reporting, forecasting, tax technology initiatives, and internal controls. The Director will work closely with Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
In addition to technical leadership, the position will drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and the implementation of modern tax technologies designed to support a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.
Key Responsibilities
Global Tax Accounting & Reporting
- Lead quarterly and annual global income tax provision processes under ASC 740.
- Manage effective tax rate calculations, deferred tax accounting, uncertain tax positions, and related tax disclosures.
- Oversee preparation and review of tax‑related disclosures included in public company financial filings.
- Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and maintain robust tax‑related internal controls.
- Evaluate and account for complex domestic and international tax matters, including business combinations, valuation allowances, foreign operations, and other significant tax positions.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on financial reporting and tax accounting processes.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors regarding tax accounting matters and reporting positions.
- Collaborate with Corporate Accounting on new accounting standards, reporting requirements, and related tax consequences.
Forecasting & Process Improvement
- Manage forecasting of annual and interim effective tax rates and cash taxes.
- Partner with FP&A and Finance leadership to develop and maintain forecasting methodologies.
- Drive process improvements through automation, advanced analytics, and tax technology enhancements.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and strengthen controls across the tax function.
- Support ongoing modernization of tax provision and reporting processes.
Leadership & Team Development
- Provide technical leadership and oversight of tax accounting operations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals and cross‑functional teams.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to Finance and executive leadership on tax accounting matters.
- Support organizational readiness for evolving business and regulatory changes.
Qualifications
Required Experience
- 12-15+ years of progressive corporate tax experience with significant emphasis on ASC 740.
- Experience within a large multinational organization and/or major public accounting firm environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in income tax accounting, financial reporting, and public company compliance.
- Experience managing global tax provision processes and working with international tax matters.
- Strong background interacting with executive leadership and external auditors.
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA required.
- Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred.
Technical Skills
- Deep expertise in ASC 740 and U.S. GAAP.
- Strong understanding of multinational tax accounting concepts and emerging global tax regulations.
- Experience with tax provision software, ERP systems, and financial consolidation platforms.
- Proven ability to leverage technology, automation, and data analytics to improve tax processes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to simplify complex technical issues for business stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success leading change initiatives and process transformation efforts.
- Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Preferred Attributes
- Self‑starter with strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable managing competing priorities and deadline‑driven deliverables.
- Highly collaborative with excellent relationship‑building skills.
- Adaptable leader who thrives in a changing business environment.
- Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.