Tax Leader - Indirect

About the role

The Corporate Tax Leader - Indirect Tax provides enterprise leadership for indirect tax compliance, planning, audit controversy, registrations, credits and incentives, and related business advisory matters. This role leads property tax, sales and use tax, company registrations, tax and economic incentives, and other special projects while ensuring accurate and timely compliance, effective risk management, successful audit outcomes, scalable processes, and strong partnership with business and functional stakeholders. The role also drives process and technology improvements, manages external service providers, supports M&A and integration activities, and develops talent within the tax function.

Reports to: Director, Tax Operations. Span of control: 4 direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted tax advisor to key stakeholders on sales and use tax, property tax, credits, incentives, and business growth initiatives.
• Understand the organization’s strategic direction, project work, and business implications.
• Know customer relationships and best-in-class service practices to make Owens Corning the “easiest to do business with.”
• Develop and execute the indirect tax strategy for property tax, sales and use tax, tax incentives, and special projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Direct and collaborate with outside service providers on compliance, audits, and planning.
• Manage reconciliation of sales, use, and property tax accounts to ensure proper accruals and audit reserves.
• Lead optimization of indirect tax processes and technology solutions for efficient, scalable, and sustainable operations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging data, analytics, and best practices.
• Provide indirect tax and incentives leadership for acquisitions, divestitures, integrations, and business restructuring, including due diligence and risk mitigation.
• Track, review, and implement new legislative changes.
• Prepare models and detailed written memoranda to analyze, resolve, and document tax issues.
• Communicate effectively with business functions and external partners.
• Coach and mentor Tax Analysts in analyzing indirect tax issues and proposing solutions.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team with clear priorities and an inclusive environment.
• Act as a resource leader by teaching financial acumen and business information concepts.
• Demonstrate continuous learning and development for self and team.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant progressive experience.

Skills

• Strong financial and analytical acumen; effective problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits safety leadership in mindset and actions.
• Understanding of tax law and ability to research tax topics to stay current.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) skills; proficiency with Vertex, TaxWare, or equivalent transaction tax systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with little supervision.
• Effective listening skills and flexibility in approach to solutions.
• Self-starter with proactive participation on teams and ability to meet customer needs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload.
• Highly motivated, results-driven, and proactive with a bias for action.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and inspire trust with stakeholders.
• Ability to create an inclusive environment where diverse thoughts are valued.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, tailored to the audience.
• Ability to challenge and lead others to achieve results through continuous improvement.
• Intellectually curious with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strategic thinker with ability to execute and drive results.
• Ability to manage and control costs.
• Adaptable operating style across cultures, environments, and leadership approaches.
• Forward-thinking leadership abilities, including motivating and leading by example.
• Ability to select, develop, and retain high-performing talent.

About the company

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).