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Director of Tax

Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC, Denver, CO, United States


Position Summary: Intermountain Infrastructure Group (IIG) is creating the backbone of network connectivity across the West. The company provides organizations with large bandwidth needs in the Western states and provinces, delivering the infrastructure and services required to plan, implement, and maintain network connectivity—both locally and to major network interconnection points and large data center clusters. The infrastructure provided enables clients to deliver high-speed internet and reliable telecommunications to the customers they serve. The team’s depth of experience combines technology, thought leadership, and hands-on implementation skills to guide projects from concept to successful completion.

IIG is seeking an experienced Director of Tax to oversee global tax responsibilities across the organization. This role will be a key member of the Finance Team, reporting to the CFO and working closely with the C‑Suite. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in creating structured processes that provide visibility around tax reporting and planning. We are looking for a self‑motivated individual who is analytical and detail‑oriented with strong time management skills. If you are a growth‑oriented leader and have a track record of successfully operating in a fast‑paced team environment, IIG is an excellent place to accelerate your career growth.

Responsibilities:

Multi‑Jurisdictional Tax Reporting and Planning Oversight, leading all tax planning and compliance across multiple western U.S. States and western Canadian provinces, including:

Oversee the preparation and review of annual quarterly tax provisions under US GAAP

Sales & use tax returns and review of sales tax accruals

Income tax return workpapers for U.S. partnership including nine state returns (and growing)

Canadian income tax and GST tax

Property tax appraisals, accruals and cash flow projections, including management of the valuation and appeal processes

Prepare income tax projections for U.S. partnership and Canadian corporation

Additional reporting and requirements specific to individual states or provinces

Additional day‑to‑day operational support responsibilities include:

Determine and monitor tax nexus as IIG network expands into new municipalities and rural districts

Track changes in tax laws to ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions

Identify and secure tax incentives related to national, state or provincial incentive programs

Review business license applications and renewals

Support Sales and Legal Teams on customer and vendor contract‑related tax matters

Oversee Tax due diligence for debt and equity financing, as well as M&A

Lead any necessary tax audit discussions

Review of customer and vendor tax exemption certificates

Prepare and review monthly tax payments and reconciliations

Personnel management of a direct report to the Director of Tax

Serve as primary liaison with third‑party telecom regulatory management firms, ensuring accurate and timely completion of regulatory filings, including all USAC (Universal Service Administrative Company) returns and related telecom compliance obligations.

Oversee preparation, review, and maintenance of tax workpapers, ensuring they are complete, supportable, and aligned with audit standards.

Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations to validate that all tax‑related balances are properly reflected in the company’s general ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies proactively.

Provide tax guidance for global customer billings, including evaluating indirect tax requirements (e.g., Sales Tax, GST), supporting accurate customer invoicing across multiple jurisdictions.

Act as liaison to the company’s property tax management firm, overseeing the accuracy and completeness of property tax return filings, assessments, and payments, and ensuring proper accounting treatment for related liabilities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with a Master’s Degree and or Master’s Degree in taxation, a plus

CPA preferred

10+ years tax experience (Including some with sales and use tax, income tax and telecom central assessment property tax)

5+ years telecom experience (Construction experience a plus)

Proven experience in tax planning, compliance, and reporting

Strong knowledge of domestic and international tax laws

Proficiency in financial software (Sage ERP a plus)

Ability to translate complex tax implications to non‑tax stakeholders

Skills:

Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

Clear written and verbal communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a digital team environment

Demonstrates professionalism and shows sensitivity to confidential information

Must be able to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload

Organized, efficient, dependable and ethical

This is a fully remote position

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision – Employee premiums 100% paid by employer

401(k) retirement plan- 3% employer contribution

Unlimited PTO and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Statement: Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@intermountainig.com

Offers of employment will be made conditionally pending successful completion of background and Credit check.

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