Director Federal & State Tax

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The Director Tax is responsible for managing the companys 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 companys 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 companys 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:

Bachelors 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

Masters 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.