Director of Tax

Discovery Land Company; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Employee meals and recognition

Job summary

Discovery Land Company is seeking a Tax Director to lead the global tax function within the finance and accounting group at the Scottsdale corporate office. The role centers on tax planning, compliance, and coordination with co-sourced partners for a complex real estate and club operations portfolio.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in real estate tax, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ tax experience in real estate, construction, or development.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and complex tax issues.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Detail-, deadline-, and goal-oriented with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience with multi-entity structures including C-Corporations, Partnerships, JVs, and disregarded entities preferred.
• International tax experience relevant to cross-border operations and treaty positions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Manage global & US income tax compliance for C-Corporations, Partnerships, and Joint Ventures; oversee consolidated tax accounting and reporting packages; manage tax disclosures for filing; research and implement new accounting pronouncements; manage tax account reconciliation policies.
• Liaison & External Coordination: Serve as main liaison between finance groups and external co-sourced provider; align with business ops to satisfy filing requirements and optimize tax planning; implement and monitor process improvements.
• Planning & Strategic Support: Assist VP with research, planning, and analysis for Global & US operations; provide technical support for tax planning on acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic projects.

Skills

Tax planning

GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Multi-entity structures

International tax

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Location: Discovery Land Company’s Corporate Office, Scottsdale, Arizona

Position: Director of Tax (Full-time, Year-round) in Finance and Accounting Department

Job Summary

Discovery Land Company is seeking a collaborative and technically skilled Tax Director to join our growing finance and accounting organization. This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to a complex, multi-jurisdictional portfolio of real estate development, club operations, and joint venture structures. Reporting to the VP of Accounting & Tax, you will partner with local and global leaders to direct and manage the tax function across the enterprise. You will serve as the primary liaison between internal finance teams and external co-sourced service providers, ensuring compliance obligations are met while driving tax planning and operational efficiency across the portfolio.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance & Reporting
  • Responsible for Global & U.S. income tax compliance for C-Corporations, Partnerships, and Joint Ventures while working closely with cross-functional partners.
  • Oversee and manage consolidated tax accounting and reporting packages.
  • Manage tax and other income tax disclosures to complete filing of returns.
  • Research and implement new accounting pronouncements relevant to tax accounting.
  • Manage tax account reconciliation policies and procedures.
• Liaison & External Coordination
  • Act as the main liaison between the various finance groups within the organization and the external co-sourced service provider.
  • Work closely with business operations to ensure all necessary filing requirements are satisfied and to optimize tax planning on the front end of operational expansion.
  • Implement and monitor process continuous improvements and changes.
• Planning & Strategic Support
  • Assist VP with research, planning, and analysis for Global & U.S. operations.
  • Assist in providing technical support and analysis for tax planning on acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic projects.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ tax experience in real estate, construction, or development.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and strong technical knowledge of complex tax issues.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Detail, deadline, and goal-oriented with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Experience with multi-entity structures including C-Corporations, Partnerships, JVs, and disregarded entities preferred.
• International tax experience relevant to cross-border operations and treaty positions preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.
• Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds.
• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only)
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
• Holiday Pay
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
• Work-Family Culture