Vice President Tax

Selby Jennings; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking a seasoned Vice President of Tax in Stamford, CT, to lead global tax compliance and planning for a commodities trading business. This on-site role covers federal, state, and local tax obligations, multi-jurisdiction reporting, and interactions with external advisors.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA (or Master's in Taxation) with 6+ years of U.S. and international tax experience, strong ASC 740 knowledge, and deep familiarity with cross-border structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or Master's in Taxation preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive U.S. and international tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporate taxation and cross-border reporting.
• Big Four, commodity trading, or financial services experience desirable.
• Experience with international tax planning and tax risk management.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including multi-state filings.
• Manage expatriate and foreign asset reporting for individuals.
• Lead ASC 740 income tax accounting and related tax considerations.
• Evaluate state nexus exposure and reporting across jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with external advisors on international tax matters.
• Support Pillar Two compliance and evolving global tax regulations.
• Advise on expatriate and Puerto Rico tax considerations.
• Identify tax risks and planning opportunities across global operations.

Skills

Tax compliance

Cross-border tax

ASC 740

Transfer pricing

Expatriate tax

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Master's in Taxation

Tools

Tax software proficiency

Job description

Title: VP, Tax
Location: Stamford, CT
Salary: $140-$180K
Industry: Commodities
Work Environment: In-Person, 5 days a week

About

Our client is a global organization operating within the commodities and natural resources sector, with a strong presence across international markets. The business supports a diverse customer and supplier network through trading, logistics, financing, and risk management capabilities. They offer a dynamic, fast-paced environment with significant exposure to complex global operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including corporate income, sales, property, and multi-state filing obligations.
• Manage individual tax matters involving expatriates, resident aliens, and foreign asset reporting requirements.
• Lead income tax accounting under ASC 740 and address tax considerations related to financial products and Section 163(j).
• Evaluate state nexus exposure and ensure appropriate reporting across applicable jurisdictions.
• Manage cross-border tax matters, including U.S. international tax, transfer pricing, permanent establishment, FATCA, and withholding requirements.
• Support Pillar Two compliance and other evolving global tax regulations.
• Advise on expatriate, foreign assignment, and Puerto Rico-related tax considerations.
• Coordinate with external advisors on tax compliance across the U.K., Switzerland, Dubai, China, Sierra Leone, and other international jurisdictions.
• Identify potential tax risks and planning opportunities across the company's global operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA and/or Master's in Taxation preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive experience across U.S. domestic and international tax, with a strong generalist background.
• Strong knowledge of corporate taxation, cross-border matters, foreign income, and multinational tax reporting.
• Big Four, commodity trading, or financial services experience is highly desirable.
• Exposure to financial products, global investment structures, or complex international operations is a strong plus.
• Experience managing multiple tax projects and coordinating with international advisors and auditors.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax matters for business stakeholders.
• Proficiency with tax/accounting software and advanced Excel; additional language skills are a plus.
• Ability to work on-site Monday through Friday.