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Tax Director

Vaco
$175,000.00 - $200,000.00 / yr
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
Feb 22, 2025
Tax Director Our client in the software industry is looking for a seasoned Tax Director to oversee the company's tax functions. The Tax Director will play a crucial role in overseeing the organization's tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that all tax matters are handled efficiently, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and in line with the company's financial objectives. Responsibilities Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position, minimize liabilities, and ensure compliance with changing tax laws. Oversee and manage the preparation and filing of tax returns, including federal, state, and international filings. Ensure timely and accurate tax compliance in all jurisdictions. Prepare and review tax provision calculations and support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring accurate and complete tax-related disclosures. Identify potential tax risks and develop mitigation strategies. Provide recommendations on structuring transactions and business operations to minimize tax exposure. Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, providing guidance on complex tax issues, career development, and training opportunities. Manage the company's automated sales tax system for North America and lead the implementation of an automated solution for Canadian customers. Stay updated on relevant tax laws, regulations, and best practices. Provide advice on new legislation, tax policy changes, and their potential impact on the organization. Oversee and manage responses to tax audits and government inquiries, ensuring the company's interests are protected. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA preferred. 12+ years of experience in both public and corporate accounting. Strong understanding of corporate structures and tax regulations. Knowledge of international tax systems, including GST/HST in Canada and VAT in Europe. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with expertise in pivot tables and v-lookups. Experience with sales tax software. Self-motivated and proactive, with strong critical thinking skills. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational abilities. Capable of working independently and collaborating effectively within a team. Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.