Tax Leader - Compliance

The Tax Leader - Compliance provides direction and leadership so the company’s U.S. federal and state/local income and franchise taxes comply with U.S. federal and state/local tax regulations.  This role is accountable for implementing and continuously improving the U.S. federal and state/local overall tax provision and return processes, while providing support with planning strategies and defending tax positions with US Federal and State government authorities.

Span of Control:               People leader

Develop and Executing Tax Strategy

This role is responsible for the following strategy streams: 1) developing and executing U.S. federal and state/local tax compliance and U.S federal and state/local tax provision processes and procedures; and, 2) directing controls and operations.  Specifically:

• Develop and administer the U.S. federal tax return process, including international components, to ensure the return, estimates and extension are accurate and completed in a timely manner
• Develop and administer U.S. state income and franchise tax return processes to ensure all returns, estimates and extensions are accurate and completed in a timely manner
• Develop and administer the U.S. federal, US tax on international operations, and state tax provision process that adheres to US GAAP accounting standards under ASC 740
• Develop and implement effective strategies to incorporate compliance obligations associated with merger and acquisition activities
• Develop tax planning strategies aligned with department goals & initiatives so all benefits are realized.
• Assist with the defense of U.S. federal tax audits
• Assist with defense of federal, state income and franchise tax audits
• Lead and direct the processes for the filing of US Federal and State/Local Income and Franchise taxes; the Tax Leader – Compliance will ensure controls are effective, so all tax return positions are documented and defendable to federal and local governmental authorities
• Effective communication with accounting, treasury, legal and other functions
• Conduct the necessary data and research to support the development of tax positions and to generate defenses for U.S. Federal tax audits

Leading the Tax Function

• Inspires teamwork across staff functions and other business groups to maximize the performance of the tax function
• Communicates effectively with global finance and tax leaders to increase the teamwork across the finance function; encourage team members to communicate new ideas or processes to enhance all aspects of the tax function
• Ensure roles within team have strong accountability and development opportunities
• Create an environment where talent is developed through effective performance management and talent evaluation
• Effectively build a diverse team with competent people using the appropriate mix of internal promotions and external recruitment to satisfy near-term performance, longer-term succession needs and to ensure the organization has the necessary outstanding talent.
• Invests in growth and development of team in the organization; engaged in personal development.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree is required with a CPA certification, master’s degree in taxation or JD, preferred
• Ten years of tax experience working in a multinational corporation, or equivalent experience in a Big 4 accounting firm
• Partnership compliance experience
• 3 years of leadership experience
• Tax return preparation software, tax provision software, tax research software and/or general ledger software (SAP) all strongly preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of tax law and ability to research tax topics to stay current on changes in tax law
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
• Exhibits safety leadership in mindset and actions
• Ability to influence others through effective communication and working relationships across diverse functional areas; possess strong written/verbal communication skills
• Intellectually curious with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• Strong ability to think strategically and execute strategic directions with ability to drive results
• Ability to manage and control costs
• Initiates action: demonstrates a sense of urgency to handle issues in a timely manner with comprehensive follow-up to the appropriate parties
• Broad operating style, ability to adapt across cultures, environments, and styles
• Forward thinking leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and lead by example; encourage teamwork and effective communication
• Ability to select, develop, and retain high-performing talent
• Ability to travel approximately 5% domestically

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.