North America State and Local Tax Director (L3)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC, Atlanta, GA, United States
Job Description - North America State and Local Tax Director (L3) (MER0003ZVR)
North America State and Local Tax Director (L3) Group : Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Description Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for a charging and payment as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in North America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal and Human Resources.
Why work at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation? Working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and a relaxed, inclusive culture.
When working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation, you will enjoy a comprehensive and amenity-rich benefits package offering something for every employee at each stage of their life.
As a new employee, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following benefits that go beyond – beginning day one:
Get Rewarded!
Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance
Need a vacation?
How about just some time for YOU! In addition to our vacation time, you’ll receive fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, which will allow you to celebrate religious holidays or escape to the spa! Designed to be flexible, we let you decide which days are most important to you!
Ride in Style
- All employees are eligible to participate in the Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program
We want you to be healthy!
Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability plus on-site exercise facilities
Is your family growing?
Enjoy generous paid Family Leave Programs- Six Weeks for New Parents; Adoption Expense Reimbursement Programs - up to $6k per child
Want to go back to school?
Tuition Assistance Scholar Program - receive up to $8k in vouchers to complete business-related coursework
Job Overview Serving as a key member of the North America Tax Department (FF/N), this role is responsible for state and local income and franchise tax strategy, compliance, controversy management, and financial reporting across the U.S. and applicable local jurisdictions. The position ensures the timely and accurate completion of all required state and local tax filings, estimated payments, provision calculations, and audit responses.
Additional responsibilities include leading state tax planning initiatives, identifying and assessing state tax risks and opportunities, and advising business stakeholders on the state and local tax implications of operational changes, legislative developments, and corporate transactions. The role serves as a primary liaison with state taxing authorities, external advisors, and internal business partners to ensure consistent, accurate, and compliant outcomes across all State and Local Tax (SALT) matters.
State and Local Tax Director
Ensure that all legally required state and local income/franchise tax compliance responsibilities are adhered to for MBNAC & Subsidiaries. In conjunction with Tax NAFTA team this includes responsibility for ensuring that all required (income and non-income) tax returns are filed on an accurate and timely basis and certifying that all ICs compliance related requirements and activities have been met.
Lead the state and local tax audit and appeals processes for MBNAC & subsidiaries, ensuring full compliance with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
Provide state tax guidance, planning and analysis aligned with the overall tax strategy of the NAFTA Tax team and Mercedes-Benz Group AG. This includes direct communication with the various NAFTA business groups to provide support for the tax‑efficient generation of new business or changes in the business structure. Advise and assist with state and local tax planning and special projects.
Identify and implement opportunities to create tax efficiencies for MBNAC & Subsidiaries. This includes ensuring that all tax‑oriented transactions are evaluated within the Tax NAFTA team, thereby ensuring consistency in filing positions and the application of best practices.
Collaborate with EA to evaluate and pursue state tax incentive opportunities. Oversee compliance of all state and local tax incentive agreements, ensuring timely reporting and maximization of incentive value.
Ensure adequate tax risk management to appropriately identify and evaluate tax risk and to ensure adequate financial reporting.
Continuous monitoring of tax law changes (proposed and enacted law changes, case laws etc.) for implications on MB in the United States at a State and Local levels and actively adopt changes and/or processes for MB in the jurisdictions where MB conducts business in coordination with the Tax NAFTA team.
Leadership Personnel Management Lead, motivate and develop allocated employees by target agreements and performance evaluations on the basis of the mission statement. Ensure a target oriented internal communication. Provide for employee and task related qualification regarding the requirements of ICs. Ensure the achievement of agreed targets. Ensure compliance of all applying group and local rules and regulations (safety and economic regulations, working hours regulation, policies) as well as defined processes (according to effective regulations/documents). Inform about and instruct allocated employees on the compliance of appropriate regulations. Watch resp. control proper implementation.
Qualifications
Inform about the status of the multiple topics under the responsibility of the Director.
Advise on all current tax exposures and/or risks.
Global Tax Department
Support on all related State tax issues.
Advise on state tax effects related to M&A in the US.
Legal Department
Advise state tax impacts of contracts, transactions, etc.
Accounting
Advise on state tax treatment of various transactions.
FC Controlling
M&A Department
Advise on state tax ramifications of transactions
External Affairs
Advise and assist on state tax legislation and incentives.
Treasury
Confirmation of internal and external state tax payments and refunds; consult on state tax matters.
Outside attorneys and consultants
Consult on tax optimization / minimize tax exposures.
External Auditor
Determination of audit and ICs-related documentation.
State and Local Tax Authorities
Interaction within the course of audit work.
Education
CPA, Juris Doctor (JD/Law Degree), Masters degree in Tax, Finance, Business/LLM
Experience
12-15 years of large company and / or private corporate tax experience. Background at Big 4 Public Accounting firm. Strong well developed leadership style.
Professional Certification
N/A
Specialized Knowledge
Maintain knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations.
Skills
Leadership; Complex Decision Making; Executive Presentation; Analytical; Communication; Organizational; interpersonal/relationship-building; Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Abilities
Multi-tasking; thrive in fast-paced, detail-oriented, work-intensive environment; able to meet the needs of diverse internal and external customers (balance central/MBAG requirements with local law and regulations)
Working Conditions:
5 days in office required
Title of Direct Supervisor
North America Tax and Trade Vice President
Titles of Direct Reports
4
Total # of Reports
4
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets
Organization Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation
Primary Location United States of America-Georgia-Atlanta
Work Locations One Mercedes-Benz Drive One Mercedes-Benz Drive Atlanta 30328
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North America State and Local Tax Director (L3) Group : Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Description Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for a charging and payment as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in North America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal and Human Resources.
Why work at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation? Working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and a relaxed, inclusive culture.
When working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation, you will enjoy a comprehensive and amenity-rich benefits package offering something for every employee at each stage of their life.
As a new employee, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following benefits that go beyond – beginning day one:
Get Rewarded!
Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance
Need a vacation?
How about just some time for YOU! In addition to our vacation time, you’ll receive fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, which will allow you to celebrate religious holidays or escape to the spa! Designed to be flexible, we let you decide which days are most important to you!
Ride in Style
- All employees are eligible to participate in the Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program
We want you to be healthy!
Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability plus on-site exercise facilities
Is your family growing?
Enjoy generous paid Family Leave Programs- Six Weeks for New Parents; Adoption Expense Reimbursement Programs - up to $6k per child
Want to go back to school?
Tuition Assistance Scholar Program - receive up to $8k in vouchers to complete business-related coursework
Job Overview Serving as a key member of the North America Tax Department (FF/N), this role is responsible for state and local income and franchise tax strategy, compliance, controversy management, and financial reporting across the U.S. and applicable local jurisdictions. The position ensures the timely and accurate completion of all required state and local tax filings, estimated payments, provision calculations, and audit responses.
Additional responsibilities include leading state tax planning initiatives, identifying and assessing state tax risks and opportunities, and advising business stakeholders on the state and local tax implications of operational changes, legislative developments, and corporate transactions. The role serves as a primary liaison with state taxing authorities, external advisors, and internal business partners to ensure consistent, accurate, and compliant outcomes across all State and Local Tax (SALT) matters.
State and Local Tax Director
Ensure that all legally required state and local income/franchise tax compliance responsibilities are adhered to for MBNAC & Subsidiaries. In conjunction with Tax NAFTA team this includes responsibility for ensuring that all required (income and non-income) tax returns are filed on an accurate and timely basis and certifying that all ICs compliance related requirements and activities have been met.
Lead the state and local tax audit and appeals processes for MBNAC & subsidiaries, ensuring full compliance with all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
Provide state tax guidance, planning and analysis aligned with the overall tax strategy of the NAFTA Tax team and Mercedes-Benz Group AG. This includes direct communication with the various NAFTA business groups to provide support for the tax‑efficient generation of new business or changes in the business structure. Advise and assist with state and local tax planning and special projects.
Identify and implement opportunities to create tax efficiencies for MBNAC & Subsidiaries. This includes ensuring that all tax‑oriented transactions are evaluated within the Tax NAFTA team, thereby ensuring consistency in filing positions and the application of best practices.
Collaborate with EA to evaluate and pursue state tax incentive opportunities. Oversee compliance of all state and local tax incentive agreements, ensuring timely reporting and maximization of incentive value.
Ensure adequate tax risk management to appropriately identify and evaluate tax risk and to ensure adequate financial reporting.
Continuous monitoring of tax law changes (proposed and enacted law changes, case laws etc.) for implications on MB in the United States at a State and Local levels and actively adopt changes and/or processes for MB in the jurisdictions where MB conducts business in coordination with the Tax NAFTA team.
Leadership Personnel Management Lead, motivate and develop allocated employees by target agreements and performance evaluations on the basis of the mission statement. Ensure a target oriented internal communication. Provide for employee and task related qualification regarding the requirements of ICs. Ensure the achievement of agreed targets. Ensure compliance of all applying group and local rules and regulations (safety and economic regulations, working hours regulation, policies) as well as defined processes (according to effective regulations/documents). Inform about and instruct allocated employees on the compliance of appropriate regulations. Watch resp. control proper implementation.
Qualifications
Inform about the status of the multiple topics under the responsibility of the Director.
Advise on all current tax exposures and/or risks.
Global Tax Department
Support on all related State tax issues.
Advise on state tax effects related to M&A in the US.
Legal Department
Advise state tax impacts of contracts, transactions, etc.
Accounting
Advise on state tax treatment of various transactions.
FC Controlling
M&A Department
Advise on state tax ramifications of transactions
External Affairs
Advise and assist on state tax legislation and incentives.
Treasury
Confirmation of internal and external state tax payments and refunds; consult on state tax matters.
Outside attorneys and consultants
Consult on tax optimization / minimize tax exposures.
External Auditor
Determination of audit and ICs-related documentation.
State and Local Tax Authorities
Interaction within the course of audit work.
Education
CPA, Juris Doctor (JD/Law Degree), Masters degree in Tax, Finance, Business/LLM
Experience
12-15 years of large company and / or private corporate tax experience. Background at Big 4 Public Accounting firm. Strong well developed leadership style.
Professional Certification
N/A
Specialized Knowledge
Maintain knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations.
Skills
Leadership; Complex Decision Making; Executive Presentation; Analytical; Communication; Organizational; interpersonal/relationship-building; Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Abilities
Multi-tasking; thrive in fast-paced, detail-oriented, work-intensive environment; able to meet the needs of diverse internal and external customers (balance central/MBAG requirements with local law and regulations)
Working Conditions:
5 days in office required
Title of Direct Supervisor
North America Tax and Trade Vice President
Titles of Direct Reports
4
Total # of Reports
4
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets
Organization Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation
Primary Location United States of America-Georgia-Atlanta
Work Locations One Mercedes-Benz Drive One Mercedes-Benz Drive Atlanta 30328
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