
Director Federal & State Tax
Required skills
- Federal Income Tax
- State Income Tax
- Local Income Tax
- Consolidated Filings
- Unitary Filings
- Tax Attributes
- NOLs
- Credits
- Carryforwards
- ASC 740
Nice to have
- Master's in Tax
- Juris Doctorate
- CPA
- Manufacturing Related Tax Credits
- Energy Tax Credits
- Capital Investment Incentives
Role summary
We are seeking a Director of Tax to manage the company's U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role ensures accurate tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and collaborates with internal teams to optimize the company's tax position. The Director will lead a small team and manage relationships with outsourced service providers. Responsibilities include income tax compliance for multiple legal entities, tax provision under ASC 740, tax planning and strategy, audit management, and driving process improvements. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 8 years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation are required.
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The Director Tax is responsible for managing the company’s U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and partners cross-functionally to optimize the company’s tax position. This position will lead a small team including managing relationship with outsourced service provider.
Major Responsibilities
Income Tax Compliance
Oversight of the preparation and filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple legal entities, including consolidated and unitary filings
Tracking and utilization of tax attributes (NOLs, credits, carryforwards). · Manage external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings
Monitor compliance requirements related to manufacturing-specific incentives and credits.
Tax Provision & Accounting (ASC 740)
Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision process, including current, deferred, and uncertain tax positions.
Review effective tax rate analyses and related disclosures for financial statements.
Ensure accurate recording of income tax entries in the general ledger.
Support external and internal audits by providing documentation and explanations related to income taxes.
Tax Planning & Strategy ·
Identify and implement tax planning opportunities related to manufacturing operations, capital investments, supply chain structure, and intercompany transactions.
Analyze the tax impact of business initiatives such as plant expansions, restructuring, and mergers or acquisitions.
Evaluate state income tax nexus, apportionment, and filing positions resulting from operational changes.
Audit & Risk Management
Manage federal and state income tax audits, including responses to information requests and coordination with tax authorities.
Research tax law changes and assess impacts on the company’s operations and financial reporting.
Assist with development and maintenance of tax controls and documentation in support of SOX compliance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with accounting, finance, operations, and legal teams to support accurate tax reporting and planning.
·Provide guidance on tax implications of manufacturing activities such as inventory capitalization, R&D credits, cost accounting changes, and fixed asset investments.
Process Improvement & Leadership
Drive process improvements and automation within tax compliance and provision workflows. · Mentor and develop tax staff.
Support development of tax policies, procedures, and internal documentation.
Minimum Job Requirements
Education: ·
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance
Certification / License
CPA license or other certification is a plus
Work Experience
8 years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation, including public accounting and/or corporate tax.
Experience with consolidated and unitary state filings
Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
ASC 740 reporting ability · Project management skills
Project management skills
Preferred Job Requirements
Education
Master’s in Tax or Juris Doctorate
Certification / License
Certified Public Accountant or other certification
Work Experience
Understanding manufacturing related tax credits and incentives (e.g., R&D, energy, capital investment incentives).
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills · Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
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