15+ years of global tax leadership experience, preferably in a PE-owned multinational tech company
Experience in a Big 4 firm is advantageous
Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data
Proven ability to develop and execute business and tax strategies
Excellent communication skills for conveying financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting; Master's in taxation required; CPA and other certifications are a plus
Experience in a fast-paced, demanding environment with a hands-on approach
Responsibilities
Lead global tax compliance and ensure timely, accurate tax filings
Collaborate with tax service providers for compliance across all legal entities
Develop and maintain a global tax and compliance calendar
Coordinate with outsourced tax compliance firms while owning the tax compliance function
Calculate quarterly and annual income tax provisions with the accounting team
Oversee preparation and review of tax workpapers with external providers
Evaluate and implement effective tax strategies in collaboration with tax advisors
Provide input on tax structures for M&A transactions and lead tax diligence
Benefits
Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote work
Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Engagement with cross-functional teams and private equity colleagues
Exposure to advanced tax technology and best practices
Full Job Description
The Head of Global Tax will own Accertify's global tax and compliance strategy across all legal entities. Reporting directly to the CFO, this hands-on, forward-looking leader will oversee the global tax function, optimize cash taxes across jurisdictions, and advance tax technology, including AI-enabled tax provisioning, tax software, and best-in-class systems and processes. This role is accountable for international, federal, state, and local income tax compliance; sales and VAT taxes; tax planning; and income tax accounting (ASC 740). The Head of Global Tax will also support M&A due diligence, tax structuring, E&P analysis, and related tax matters, manage external tax service providers, and collaborate closely with cross-functional business leaders and tax professionals as a key member of the Finance organization.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Lead tax compliance, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of all global tax filings
Ensure compliance with all tax laws for each legal entity globally; collaborate and provide all supporting data to Tax service providers to ensure that all direct and indirect tax filings are completed timely and accurately
Develop and maintain our global tax and compliance calendar
Coordinate with our outsourced tax compliance firm and local providers, while owning and being accountable for the tax compliance function.
In collaboration with the accounting team, calculate the quarterly and annual income tax provisions; maintain all aspects of the deferred income tax inventory
Oversee the preparation and review of tax workpapers with outside tax service providers, including allocation schedules and book-to-tax adjustments; serve as the primary contact for independent auditors and manage external providers throughout all tax audits
Evaluate and implement effective tax strategies and collaborate with tax advisors
Collaborate and drive tax strategy ideas, and develop highly supportable tax positions in coordination with our tax advisors
Provide input into the tax structure related to M&A transactions, and lead tax diligence
Work with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual audit requests.
Skills & Qualifications:
15+ years of progressive global tax leadership experience, with a successful track record as Tax Leader in a PE-owned, multinational technology company. Experience in a Big 4 firm is a plus
Proven leader who is effective in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including internal management and private equity colleagues
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide recommendations
Demonstrated ability to contribute operationally and strategically to the development and execution of business and tax strategies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Master's degree in taxation required; CPA a plus, along with other relevant certifications
Experience working in a private equity-owned company, where world-class standards are consistently expected and executed
Successfully operated in a demanding, fast-paced environment requiring focus and agility
Must have a demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a team-based environment.
Additional Details:
Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives. Potential Base Salary Range: $175,000-$200,000. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for the position across all U.S. locations. This range represents base salary only and does not include additional compensation opportunities, including the company's bonus incentive program.
Hybrid Work Model: This role is based at our Itasca, IL headquarters and requires regular in-office presence, with the flexibility to work remotely as part of our hybrid work model.
Visa Sponsorship: Employment eligibility to work for Accertify in the U.S. is required, as Accertify will not pursue Visa sponsorship for this position.
