Head of Tax, Americas

ROSEN Group

$150K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA or equivalent tax professional qualification.
  • 10+ years in corporate tax with a focus on international frameworks.
  • Experience in tax risk management and governance across jurisdictions.
  • Familiarity with US international tax principles like FDII and GILTI.
  • Knowledge of US State and Local Taxes (SALT).
  • Demonstrated ability to serve as a liaison between local teams and headquarters.
  • Solid grasp of financial statements and tax accounting under IFRS.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the local point of contact for tax in the Americas region.
  • Support the implementation of Group tax strategies at local levels.
  • Provide analysis and recommendations on regional tax issues.
  • Oversee international and local tax compliance activities.
  • Manage tax audits and controversies while keeping headquarters informed.
  • Support design and enforcement of transfer pricing policies in the Americas.
  • Collaborate with CFO to integrate tax impacts into financial reporting.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage with PPO plans and HDHP with HSA.
  • 100% coverage for dental and vision for employee & dependents.
  • 401K with 5% matching and immediate vesting.
  • Comprehensive life and disability insurance paid by the company.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support needs.
Full Job Description
ROSEN is looking for a Head of Tax, Americas that will be based in either Houston, TX or Calgary, AB. This position reports directly to the Corporate Director M& and International Tax and will be a part of the Corporate Finance team. What role you will play in our team The Head of Tax Americas acts as the regional extension and local support of the headquarter team for the Americas region. The role is responsible for executing and supporting the Group tax strategy at a local level, ensuring consistency, compliance, and effective risk management across all jurisdictions in scope. The position provides on-the-ground expertise to support corporate decision-making, while contributing tax insights to regional finance leadership in close coordination with the Regional CFO Americas. What will I be doing? Liaison for and representation of Group Finance and Tax Headquarter  Act as the primary local point of contact for tax in the Americas region.  Execute and support the implementation of Group tax strategy, policies, and governance frameworks at regional and country levels.  Provide timely, structured analysis and recommendations to Group Finance and Tax Headquarter on local tax matters, risks, and opportunities.  Ensure effective escalation, documentation, and follow-up on material tax issues affecting the region. Regional Tax Operations and Compliance  Coordinate and oversee international and state and local tax compliance activities across the Americas region, in line with Group Finance and Tax Headquarter standards and timelines.  Manage relationships with Regional CFO Americas, local finance teams and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely filings.  Monitor local tax law developments and assess impacts for Group Finance and Tax Headquarter review and decision-making. Tax Risk Management and Controversy  Identify and assess tax risks across the region and support Group Finance and Tax Headquarter in defining appropriate mitigation strategies.  Lead local tax audits and controversies, keeping Group Finance and Tax Headquarter fully informed of progress, exposure, and resolution strategies.  Support tax risk reporting, provisioning, and communication in coordination with Group Finance and Tax Headquarter. International Tax and Transfer Pricing Support  Support the design and application of Group transfer pricing policies across the Americas.  Coordinate local documentation and audit defense in line with headquarter guidance.  Provide local input on cross-border transactions, restructurings, and intercompany arrangements. Tax and Finance Interface  Work closely with the Regional CFO Americas to ensure tax impacts are accurately reflected in effective tax rate, cash taxes, and tax-related provisions, in line with headquarter guidance.  Support financial planning and major business decisions by providing tax analysis and explaining tax drivers.  Contribute tax input to budgeting, forecasting, and investment discussions. Tax and Business Interface  Act as a local tax business partner to regional operations and commercial teams.  Support M&A, expansion, and strategic projects from a tax perspective.  Participate in cross-functional initiatives where tax input is required by Group Finance and Tax Headquarter. What are we looking for? Education  CPA or Tax professional qualification Experience  10+ years of experience in corporate tax, with strong exposure to international tax (including US and Canada), tax risk management and tax governance in multi-jurisdictional environments.  Familiarity with US international tax concepts such as Foreign-Derived Intangible Income (FDII) and Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income calculations as well as interest limitation rules under IRC Section 163(j).  Familiarity with US State and Local Taxes (SALT)  Proven experience acting as a local relay and trusted advisor to headquarter teams.  Strong exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow considerations, enabling effective dialogue with CFO-level stakeholders.  Solid understanding of financial statements and tax accounting, including IFRS, sufficient to translate tax matters into financial and business implications.  Technical financial industry certification is an asset Additional Qualifications or Skills Our Offer In addition to competitive pay, you are also eligible for most of the following benefits from Day One:  Medical - 2 PPO plans & 1 High Deductible (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA)  Dental - Covered at 100% for employee & dependents  Vision - Covered at 100% for employee & dependents  401K with a 5% matching employer contribution and full vesting from day one  Company paid basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability  Flexible Spending Accounts  Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)  Employee Assistance Program  Access to Employee Empowerment Groups  Maternity & Parental Leave  Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits  32 hours paid Volunteer Time Off  Hybrid working environment for certain positions  Annual merit & career advancement increases  Leadership growth & professional development opportunities  Tuition Reimbursement

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