Review and structure corporate acquisitions, divestitures and reorganizations to ensure tax efficiency
Coordinate and perform tax due diligence for acquisitions and reverse tax due diligence for divestitures
Review and comment on transaction-related contracts for acquisitions, divestitures and internal restructurings
Represent the Company in day-to-day management of IRS U.S. federal income tax examinations and tax controversies and some U.S. state income tax examinations
Investigate, recommend and implement actions to minimize the Company’s U.S. tax liabilities
Advise Company management and corporate departments (Corporate Development, Accounting, Treasury, Financial Planning) on tax-related matters
Review court decisions, laws and proposed changes and advise management on effects and compliance
Prepare requests for accounting method changes, rulings, refund claims and protests; assist negotiating settlements with taxing authorities
Recommend adoption of and changes in company tax policy and coordinate work with outside counsel
Advise management on tax aspects of charitable giving
Provide technical assistance to tax compliance group regarding preparation of returns, tax basis calculations and analysis of U.S. tax attributes
Advance professional growth and self-development through learning and new assignments
Requirements
Experience with U.S. international and/or U.S. state tax matters (a plus)
Minimum of five (5) years of concentrated experience in relevant tax responsibilities with $1 Billion+ multinational corporation or large law firm or “Big 4” accounting firm (or combination)
Mix of legal and tax accounting experience (ideal candidate)
Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided
Preferred: J.D. or graduate degree in Tax with meaningful tax/financial accounting experience
Ability to work in a team environment, meet deadlines, and communicate matters to Director in a timely manner
Experience managing IRS U.S. federal income tax examinations and U.S. state income tax examinations
Experience with tax due diligence, structuring corporate acquisitions/divestitures, and transaction contract review