Director, Global Tax Operations

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end quarterly and annual global income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740.
• Manage current and deferred tax calculations, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions.
• Analyze the Effective Tax Rate (ETR) and perform return-to-provision true-ups.
• Monitor global tax legislation changes, assess their impact, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Partner with Tax Controversy to provide data and support for IRS and other audits.
• Mitigate risk by maintaining robust internal controls.
• Oversee the timely filing of all US Federal and state and non-US income tax returns.
• Manage tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring alignment between international tax provisions and local filings.
• Drive continuous process modernization with tax technology tools like ONESOURCE (OTP/OIT) and Alteryx.
• Partner with Finance, Treasury, and FP&A to provide accurate cash tax and GAAP tax forecasting.
• Support M&A activity, including tax due diligence and post-acquisition integration.
• Manage relationships with external tax consultants and auditors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience within a large multinational corporation or a top-tier accounting firm.
• Deep technical proficiency in ASC 740 and U.S. Federal/State tax law.
• Strong process orientation, with the ability to co-design a sustainable, cost-effective target operating model for Tax Operations.

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems and tax provision software (e.g., Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) and/or Alteryx).
• At least 3 years in a significant leadership role.
• CPA License.

Benefits

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more!