The Tax Director will be responsible for Global and U.S. tax compliance and planning. This position requires significant interaction across the finance organization as well as external service providers and customers. This role will work closely with finance leadership to develop the tax strategy, goals and objectives for the global tax function as the Company continues to grow organically and through strategic opportunities. The role will support many other departments in the organization as needed to support the needs of the business both domestically and internationally.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all aspects of the company's corporate tax compliance, including the preparation and filing of federal, state, and local corporate tax returns, including return to provision reconciliations.
• Work closely with and manage external tax preparers to ensure all filings are prepared timely and accurately.
• Work with the U.S. and Europe finance leaders to develop and recommend transfer pricing strategies, allocations and intercompany agreements.
• Assist with the preparation and/or review miscellaneous indirect tax filings including federal excise, franchise tax, CAT, municipal, sales and use, and property taxes.
• Manage inquiries from taxing authorities, customers and other departments throughout the organization to ensure they are addressed timely and accurately.
• Prepare tax-related disclosures required in GAAP financial statements.
• Supervise, train, mentor and develop tax compliance and accounting staff.
• Stay abreast of changes in corporate tax laws and regulations, assessing their impact on the company and recommending appropriate courses of action.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the corporate tax function.
• Oversee development and maintenance of tax department policies and procedures.
• Follow all internal controls and processes while assisting in month-end and other periodic close reconciliations.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, identify and solve difficult business problems.
• Work on ad hoc projects as needed (due diligence, merger and acquisition activity, tax research, tax exams).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Masters or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in corporate tax compliance and provisions
• Comprehensive knowledge of international, federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
• Preferred experience within indirect tax
• Strong computer and software skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Applications
• Strong documentation skills

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple inquiries/requests quick