Confluence

Director, Tax

Confluence

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Charlotte • North Carolina • United States

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Lead

About the role

  • The Director – Tax leads global tax reporting, compliance, and strategic tax planning for a complex, multi-jurisdictional organisation.
  • Reporting to the CFO, the role oversees tax returns, transfer pricing, and legal entity rationalisation projects, working closely with internal teams and external advisors.
  • Key responsibilities include managing tax audits, supporting business transactions, and ensuring compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, and local standards.
  • The position is central to shaping the company’s tax strategy and supporting ongoing business growth and transformation.
  • High-visibility leadership role, directly influencing the company’s global tax strategy and supporting major business initiatives.
  • Exposure to sophisticated international tax issues, legal entity rationalisation, and cross-border transactions—ideal for candidates seeking intellectual challenge and professional growth.
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior finance, legal, and external advisors, shaping processes and driving change.
  • The evolving nature of the business means the role can expand with future acquisitions and organisational changes, offering long-term career progression.
  • Preferred office locations are London, Pittsburgh, and Boston with remote/hybrid working available.

Requirements

  • International Tax Expertise: Deep knowledge of international tax, with experience managing tax matters across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Managing Outside Advisors: Proven ability to coordinate and oversee external tax consultants and advisors.
  • Legal Entity Rationalisation: Experience leading or supporting complex legal entity rationalisation projects (e.g., Project Sequoia), collaborating with legal and finance teams.
  • Tax Audit Management: Direct experience handling tax audits, interacting with tax authorities, and resolving audit issues in various countries.
  • Technical Accounting Skills: Strong grounding in IFRS, US GAAP, and statutory GAAP; expertise in transfer pricing, purchase price accounting, business combinations, and related areas.
  • Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting or related field with specialisation in Tax; CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Leadership Experience: At least 10 years’ progressive experience, including three years in a management role.
  • Change Management: Demonstrated success in driving strategic initiatives and managing change in a fast-paced environment.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional communication skills, able to work effectively across time zones and with diverse teams.
  • Systems Knowledge: Experience with NetSuite and Hyperion preferred.
Benefits
  • Generous Time Off packages including additional half days with each public holiday in your location.
  • Global Career Development opportunities
  • Social Events
  • Referral Bonus scheme - Upto $3,000 per successful referral
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
international taxtax compliancetax reportingtransfer pricinglegal entity rationalisationtax audit managementIFRSUS GAAPstatutory GAAPpurchase price accounting
Soft Skills
leadershipchange managementcommunicationcollaborationstrategic planningproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillsproject managementteamworkadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in financial accountingCPA