Senior Director Tax

RLDatix

$150K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in tax leadership, particularly in SaaS
  • Strong understanding of US and international tax laws
  • Experience with ASC 740/IAS 12 compliance
  • Proficiency in tax technology solutions and automation
  • In-depth knowledge of evolving tax legislation
  • Collaborative mindset suited for fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

  • Manage the global tax team, providing strategic leadership
  • Adjust tax strategies in line with business changes for compliance
  • Oversee worldwide tax provision processes and internal controls
  • Evaluate tax risks and incorporate mitigation strategies
  • Utilize technology for automating tax processes and reporting
  • Guide tax considerations in mergers and acquisitions

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements to support wellness
Full Job Description
Senior Tax Director

USA - Chicago, IL

We're searching for a Chicago-based Sr. Tax Director to lead our Global Tax team, so that we can translate business strategy into innovative tax planning across multiple jurisdictions and steer comprehensive tax compliance and risk mitigation initiatives that protect and optimize the company's financial interests. The Sr. Tax Director will leverage advanced technology solutions to enhance reporting and process efficiency while building collaborative relationships with advisors and internal stakeholders.

How You'll Spend Your Time

  • Manage overall tax function (UK and US Tax Managers and US S&U Tax Manager), setting strategy, providing leadership, direction, and guidance, along with professional development opportunities


  • Monitor and adjust tax strategies in response to evolving business structures, ensuring continued regulatory compliance and effective risk management


  • Oversee and manage the worldwide tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740/IAS 12 and ensure compliance with internal controls


  • Identify and evaluate tax and financial risks through advanced analysis, ensuring mitigation strategies are embedded within business operations


  • Leverage advanced financial technology solutions to automate tax compliance, reporting, and data management for increased accuracy and efficiency


  • Provide guidance on tax matters for mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring activities, ensuring optimal integration of tax considerations into deal structures


What Kind of Things We're Most Interested in You Having

  • Significant experience in a similar tax leadership role, ideally within a SaaS company


  • Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local corporate income tax, ASC 740/IAS 12 , International tax and non US specific country tax (e.g., UK, Canada, Australia, etc.)


  • Proven success in leveraging financial and tax technology platforms and digital tools to automate tax processes, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance operational efficiency


  • In-depth knowledge on how to interpret evolving tax legislation and translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for business operations


  • Ability to commute to downtown Chicago office 2-3 days per week


  • A knack for working collaboratively within a fast-paced environment


By enabling flexibility in how we work and prioritizing employee wellness, we empower our team to do and be their best. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401K, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including location, relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also taken into consideration.

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