Tax Director

ebs Recruiters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Tax Director in St. Louis, MO, responsible for developing global tax strategies and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have international tax experience, preferably a CPA, and over 10 years of tax experience, including managing tax compliance for multinational organizations. Strong project management and analytical skills are essential. Competitive compensation is offered, and candidates must be local to St. Louis.

Qualifications

• Local candidates from St. Louis, MO only.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive tax experience.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and foreign tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax policies and strategies.
• Advise senior leadership on tax risks and opportunities.
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance.

Skills

International tax experience

Strong project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

JD or Master of Taxation

Tools

Tax reporting platforms (e.g., OneSource)

Job description

Recruiting Consultant @ ebs Recruiters | Recruiting in Accounting, Finance, HR. Operations & Administration

Founded in 2003, ebs Recruiters is built on a foundation of family values and a passion for finding great opportunities for amazing individuals. With over 3,000 talented professionals successfully placed, we are dedicated to making dreams a reality. Networking is at the core of what we do, connecting candidates with their ideal roles and providing top‑notch services to our clients.

Today, our leadership team boasts over 100 years of collective experience in technical recruitment. Their extensive expertise brings a unique blend of business acumen and interpersonal skills to every interaction. When you partner with ebs Recruiters, you can rely on us to offer continuity, expertise, and a dedicated contact for all your recruitment needs. We recruit a perfect fit, every time.

Tax Director

Position Overview: The Tax Director is responsible for developing and executing global tax strategies, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws, and optimizing the organization’s overall tax position. This role provides leadership across U.S. and international tax functions, supports business initiatives, and manages complex tax planning, compliance, and integration activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax policies, planning strategies, and structural initiatives
• Lead and manage a tax team responsible for tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities
• Advise senior leadership on tax risks, opportunities, and legislative developments
• Design, execute, and document tax planning initiatives across U.S. and international jurisdictions

U.S. Tax

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, filings, and payments
• Analyze impacts of new tax legislation and identify planning opportunities and risks
• Support IRS and state/local tax audits as needed
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation and compliance

International Tax

• Manage international tax planning, compliance, and reporting, including VAT and local statutory filings
• Support foreign tax audits and monitor local country tax law changes
• Lead tax‑efficient intercompany financing, cash movements, and repatriation strategies
• Coordinate with regional finance and controllership teams

Business Support & Transactions

• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, and joint ventures
• Lead tax due diligence and post‑merger integration activities
• Review and propose changes to corporate and legal entity structures
• Conduct quantitative tax and financial analysis to support business decisions
• Partner with treasury, legal, and controllership to ensure compliance with internal protocols

Qualifications

• Candidates local to St. Louis MO only
• International tax experience required
• CPA strongly preferred
• Competitive compensation
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• JD or Master of Taxation a plus
• Minimum 10 years of progressive tax experience, including significant international tax exposure
• Deep knowledge of U.S. and foreign tax regulations and transfer pricing
• Experience managing tax aspects of acquisitions and divestitures
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex, multinational environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across levels and functions
• Familiarity with tax reporting platforms (e.g., OneSource) preferred
• Willingness to travel internationally on occasion