Tax Director

Greenkey Resources LLC; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm is seeking an experienced professional to manage indirect tax compliance processes. The role involves collaboration with business partners, oversight of tax projects, and leadership of a team to ensure compliance with U.S. sales and use tax laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax technology and extensive experience within various jurisdictions, aiming to drive efficiency and protect confidential information.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in U.S. sales and use tax with exposure to multiple jurisdictions.
• Advanced knowledge of US tax laws and GAAP.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on resolving indirect tax inquiries and improving processes.
• Lead technology initiatives for tax compliance.
• Oversee compliance calendar and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Leadership

Indirect tax compliance

Tax knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business partners in successfully resolving indirect tax inquiries.
• Develop processes and best practices for U.S. sales and use tax processes to improve efficiency and mitigate compliance risks.
• Provide guidance for the application of tax technology and enterprise systems/platforms used in the sales invoicing and procurement functions.
• Lead technology initiatives and adopt best practices to provide efficient and effective processes.
• Participate in discussions with senior management and other stakeholders on sales and use tax technical matters.
• Support and pursue tax recovery projects to contribute to the company’s financial success.
• Oversee the process for evaluating and pursuing various tax incentives and credits at the federal, state, and local levels and monitor outside providers in the completion.
• Support the team and ensure that sales and use tax accounts and metrics are maintained.
• Review monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
• Oversee business licenses, gross receipts, commercial activities, and business occupation-related returns.
• Develop and support a team to create and maintain a high-performing function.
• Direct overall indirect tax compliance calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
• Facilitate sales and use tax notices and information document requests.
• Lead the audit process, including the planning, and documentation of audit assessments, appeals, and closing agreements.
• Responsible for transfer pricing, income tax, and property tax including review of filing, private equity international requirements, and jurisdiction regulation.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of professional experience in U.S. sales and use tax with exposure to multiple states and local jurisdictions.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; Master's degree preferred
• Experience with indirect tax compliance and audits.
• Advanced knowledge of US tax laws and regulations, as well as US GAAP and regulations related to accounting for taxes.
• Ability to apply tax knowledge in an effective and practical manner to ensure compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills including the ability to coach, develop, and manage the performance of a team of professionals.
• Demonstrated capacity for the protection and security of confidential information.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff members in a team-oriented and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of tax and financial reporting systems
• Strong written and interpersonal skills with the ability and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel