Masco Corporation

Director, Tax Strategy and Planning

Masco Corporation • $166K — $260K *
Livonia, MI 48154In-Person
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting.
  • CPA/master's degree in taxation and/or JD/LLM preferred.
  • 12+ years of progressive income tax experience, focusing on U.S. federal corporate income tax and SALT frameworks.
  • Expertise in ASC 740 and complex tax transactions like M&A and restructurings.
  • Strong strategic and leadership abilities; capable of influencing senior management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global tax planning strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Identify and capitalize on tax reform impacts, credit utilization, and state restructuring opportunities.
  • Provide technical leadership on federal and state income tax strategy and compliance.
  • Serve as lead tax advisor on M&A and legal entity restructuring transactions.
  • Monitor U.S. tax legislation changes and translate them into actionable insights for the business.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in finance, legal, and treasury to ensure tax alignment with business operations.
  • Drive improvements in tax operations through technology and automation initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Support for co-sourcing and outsourcing arrangements.
  • A collaborative team culture that values diversity.
Full Job Description
Position Overview: The Director of Tax Strategy and Planning is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing the company's global tax strategy. The role is expected to drive results, manage resources, and influence corporate policy while aligning tax strategy with overall business objectives.

This role blends:
  • Technical expertise (U.S. Federal, state, U.S international)
  • Strategic advisory (planning, transactions, tax reform)
  • Operational leadership (compliance, provision, controversy)
  • People leadership and cross-functional influence.

With a primary focus on strategy development/implementation, project management, talent development, and personal contributions, this role demands visible integrity and a proven ability to lead teams effectively. As a people leader, you will spearhead talent selection and development, fostering collective success.

Core Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement enterprise-wide tax planning strategies in line with global tax objectives.
  • Identify and execute opportunities related to:
    • Tax reform impacts
    • Credit utilization (R&D, energy, incentives)
    • State restructuring opportunities
    • State/Local credits and incentives
  • Provide technical leadership on:
    • U.S. federal income tax (Subchapter C, consolidated return rules, §382/383, §163(j), §174, etc.)
    • State income and franchise tax strategy (apportionment, nexus, credits/incentives)
    • Tax research, providing advice, recommendations, and defense documentation.
  • Tax Advisory & Business Integration
    • Serve as lead tax advisor on key business transactions, including:
      • M&A (buy-side and sell-side diligence, structuring)
      • Legal entity restructuring and alignment
      • Financing, supply chain, and operational changes
    • Provide real-time tax guidance to finance, legal, treasury, and operations teams on:
      • Tax implications of business decisions
      • Structuring alternatives and risk trade-offs
  • Audit, Controversy, and Risk Management
    • Develop and maintain defense documentation for key tax positions
    • Identify and mitigate federal and state tax risks, including nexus exposure, multi-state allocation/apportionment risks, and emerging legal and regulatory risks
  • Legislative Monitoring & Tax Reform
    • Monitor and analyze changes in U.S. federal and state tax legislation and evaluate impacts on the company
    • Translate complex tax developments into actionable business insights
  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Governance
    • Partner with:
      • Finance (forecasting, accounting, cash tax planning)
      • Legal (entity structuring, compliance)
      • Treasury (cash repatriation, financing)
    • Ensure alignment between tax and business operations.
  • Tax Technology & Transformation
    • Drive improvements in: Tax data, automation, and reporting processes
    • Enhance efficiency and scalability of tax operations.
  • Leadership & Talent Development:
    • Coach, develop, and mentor staff and managers through continuous feedback, embracing diverse perspectives.
    • Facilitate co-sourcing and outsourcing arrangements with external service providers.


Skills & Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting.
  • CPA/master's degree in taxation and/or JD/LLM.
  • 12 years of progressive income tax experience, deep knowledge of:
    • U.S. federal corporate income tax
    • State and local tax (SALT) frameworks
    • ASC 740 (income tax accounting)
    • Complex tax transactions (M&A, restructurings)
  • Strategic & Leadership Skills, Strong ability to:
    • Translate technical tax into business strategy
    • Influence senior leadership decisions
    • Lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, adept at conveying complex tax concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with effective prioritization in a deadline-oriented environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills, promoting diversity and fostering a collaborative team culture.


Company: Masco

Full time

Hiring Range: $166,000.00 - $260,700.00 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

About Masco Corporation

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Learn more about Masco Corporation
Size
20,000 employees
Market Cap
$10.6 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
NASDAQ
MAS
* Ladders Estimates

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