Overview Our client, a global, innovation-driven company is seeking a Senior Director, Tax Operations to lead the transformation and day-to-day execution of global tax reporting and compliance. The company operates in over 100 countries and is widely recognized for its leadership in technology, design, and manufacturing across high-growth sectors. This role is a critical leadership hire, reporting directly to the Head of Tax, who is preparing to move into a broader finance leadership track (FPA/CFO). The successful candidate will not only lead global tax operations but will be groomed as a potential successor to the Head of Tax. This is more than a tax role — it’s an opportunity to step into executive leadership. Why This Role Matters Now The Head of Tax is not a CPA and is looking for a strong tax operator with executive presence to stabilize and elevate the function. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected global company at the inflection point of a transformation — with the full support and investment of the leadership team. Key Responsibilities Global Tax Accounting & Reporting: Lead preparation and review of the global ASC 740 tax provision, financial disclosures, and SEC-compliant reporting. Drive tax-related audit readiness and manage all tax aspects of external financial audits. Oversee Pillar Two tax forecasting and modeling, and implement related reporting protocols. Direct purchase accounting and integration tax reporting for acquired entities. Own global FIN 48 reserve calculations and related risk assessments. Approve final journal entries and ensure accuracy of global tax account balances. Manage international provision review process with local finance teams and ensure consistency in application of accounting principles. Oversee tax rate modeling and deliver executive-level insights on effective tax rate drivers. Ensure SOX compliance for all global tax operations and documentation. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead and develop a high-performing tax team, including U.S.-based and offshore professionals. Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, Treasury, and external advisors. Implement best practices in tax provision automation, process efficiency, and internal controls. Serve as the company-wide subject matter expert on tax accounting policies, systems, and compliance frameworks. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required; MST or equivalent advanced degree preferred. 15+ years of tax experience, with a mix of Big 4 public accounting and in-house tax leadership at a large multinational corporation. Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP tax accounting (ASC 740), international tax provisions, and SOX controls. Experience managing large-scale tax operations, including global provision software (e.g., OneSource Tax Provision). Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style and a passion for team development and operational excellence. Strong communicator with proven ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally. Job details Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing Industries: Manufacturing We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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