Tax Director
Service Specialists Ltd, Madison, MS, United States
Tax Director (ASC 740 Focus)
Service Specialists is partnering with a publicly traded manufacturing company to identify a Tax Director who will lead the company’s income tax reporting function, with a strong emphasis on ASC 740. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate and timely tax provision reporting, supporting SEC filings, and partnering with executive leadership on tax strategy and risk management.
This position is ideal for a technically strong tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced, publicly traded environment and enjoys leading both processes and people.
Key Responsibilities
ASC 740 & Tax Provision
Lead all aspects of the ASC 740 income tax provision process (quarterly and annual)
Ensure accuracy of current and deferred tax calculations, including valuation allowances and uncertain tax positions
Manage the preparation and review of tax-related disclosures for 10-K and 10-Q filings
Oversee effective tax rate analysis, forecasting, and variance explanations
Compliance & Reporting
Oversee federal, state, and international tax compliance (in partnership with internal teams and external advisors)
Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns
Monitor changes in tax laws and assess impact to the organization
Planning & Strategy
Partner with senior leadership on tax planning initiatives and business decisions
Identify opportunities to optimize the company’s tax position while maintaining compliance
Support M&A activity, including due diligence and integration from a tax perspective
Audit & Controls
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on tax-related matters
Maintain and improve
SOX controls
over tax processes
Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from taxing authorities
Leadership & Process Improvement
Lead, develop, and mentor the tax team
Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiencies within the tax function
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams
Qualifications
CPA required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Master’s in Tax a plus)
10+ years of progressive tax experience, including leadership experience
Strong expertise in
ASC 740 and income tax accounting
in a publicly traded environment
Experience with
SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q)
and SOX compliance
Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
Background in manufacturing or a complex, multi-entity environment is a plus
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Why This Opportunity
Key leadership role with direct visibility to executive leadership
Opportunity to lead and shape the tax function within a publicly traded company
Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package
Service Specialists is partnering with a publicly traded manufacturing company to identify a Tax Director who will lead the company’s income tax reporting function, with a strong emphasis on ASC 740. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate and timely tax provision reporting, supporting SEC filings, and partnering with executive leadership on tax strategy and risk management.
This position is ideal for a technically strong tax professional who thrives in a fast-paced, publicly traded environment and enjoys leading both processes and people.
Key Responsibilities
ASC 740 & Tax Provision
Lead all aspects of the ASC 740 income tax provision process (quarterly and annual)
Ensure accuracy of current and deferred tax calculations, including valuation allowances and uncertain tax positions
Manage the preparation and review of tax-related disclosures for 10-K and 10-Q filings
Oversee effective tax rate analysis, forecasting, and variance explanations
Compliance & Reporting
Oversee federal, state, and international tax compliance (in partnership with internal teams and external advisors)
Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns
Monitor changes in tax laws and assess impact to the organization
Planning & Strategy
Partner with senior leadership on tax planning initiatives and business decisions
Identify opportunities to optimize the company’s tax position while maintaining compliance
Support M&A activity, including due diligence and integration from a tax perspective
Audit & Controls
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on tax-related matters
Maintain and improve
SOX controls
over tax processes
Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from taxing authorities
Leadership & Process Improvement
Lead, develop, and mentor the tax team
Drive process improvements, automation, and efficiencies within the tax function
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams
Qualifications
CPA required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Master’s in Tax a plus)
10+ years of progressive tax experience, including leadership experience
Strong expertise in
ASC 740 and income tax accounting
in a publicly traded environment
Experience with
SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q)
and SOX compliance
Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred
Background in manufacturing or a complex, multi-entity environment is a plus
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Why This Opportunity
Key leadership role with direct visibility to executive leadership
Opportunity to lead and shape the tax function within a publicly traded company
Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package