Ferguson Enterprises

Director - Tax Planning and Controversy

Ferguson Enterprises • $112K — $213K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years accounting firm and corporate tax experience; exposure to international and US state planning preferred.
  • 5+ years tax planning and controversy experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and accounting principles.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to serve as a strategic business partner.
  • Team player adept at working with remote team members and supporting cross-functional objectives.
  • Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
  • Proficient with technology commonly used in finance and tax departments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or related field; Master’s in Taxation or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Identify global, federal, and state tax planning opportunities and lead initiatives.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to Tax Manager and Tax Analysts.
  • Play a key role in significant income tax audits and support indirect tax audits; interact with tax authorities as needed.
  • Engage proactively with business partners to support tax needs and build trusted relationships.
  • Manage external service providers effectively.
  • Ensure planning initiatives are reflected in tax reporting and compliance, addressing any SOX requirements.
  • Lead tax special projects and support corporate-wide initiatives.
  • Maintain current knowledge of tax laws and communicate risks and opportunities to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and life insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Mental health coverage and gender affirming benefits.
  • Family building benefits and paid parental leave.
  • Associate discounts and community involvement opportunities.
Full Job Description

Job Posting:

The Director - Tax Planning and Controversy plays a significant leadership role in global tax planning initiatives for the Ferguson tax team. We are excited to have a new associate join our team and contribute in this area of expertise. We encourage you to apply if you have the credentials and leadership potential. Growth opportunities available.


Location:

This role is located out of Ferguson's future corporate office in Tampa, FL (Gasworx neighborhood, Ybor City). Candidates local to Tampa will initially work remote until offices open in Spring of 2027 then full time in the office. Some travel to Ferguson's main HQ in Newport News, VA during onboarding will be required.


Responsibilities:
  • Identifies global, federal and state tax planning opportunities and is responsible for leading planning initiatives including transfer pricing analyses, management cost allocation studies, merger and acquisition activities, restructuring and other projects.
  • Provides leadership and guidance to Tax Manager and Tax Analysts supporting these above initiatives.
  • Plays a leadership role in significant income tax audits and engages periodically in supporting indirect tax audits. Interacts with tax authorities on behalf of the company.
  • Proactively engages with Ferguson9s business partners to support their tax needs and become a trusted resource for the business leaders.
  • Handles external service providers.
  • Ensures that reporting and compliance impacts of planning initiatives are well communicated and reflected in Ferguson9s tax reporting and compliance and any SOX requirements related to projects and planning are properly accomplished.
  • Leads tax special projects and supports tax aspects of corporate wide initiatives.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of tax laws affecting the company, use knowledge of these laws to identify risks and opportunities and updates relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:
  • 10+ years accounting firm and corporate tax experience. Exposure to international and US state planning a plus.
  • 5+ years tax planning and controversy experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations and accounting principles.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact as a proactive strategic business partner.
  • Team player with the ability to work with remote team members and support cross functional goals.
  • Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
  • Proficient with technology commonly employed by finance and tax departments.
  • Bachelor9s degree in Finance or Accounting or related field.
  • Master9s in Taxation or CPA preferred.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!



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Pay Range:

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$9,409.50 - $17,833.30

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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About Ferguson Enterprises

Ferguson Enterprises is a leading distributor of plumbing and HVAC supplies in the United States. The company offers a wide range of products, including pipes, valves, fittings, faucets, and water heaters, among others. Ferguson Enterprises serves a variety of customers, including contractors, builders, and homeowners. The company has a network of over 1,400 locations across the country, and employs over 28,000 people. Ferguson Enterprises was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Newport News, Virginia.
Learn more about Ferguson Enterprises
Size
34,637 employees
Market Cap
$26.2 billion
Industry
Founded
1953
5 Year Trend
+8.2%
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