Head of Tax

ABOUT Slate Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space. Who we are looking for: Our Director of Tax is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state and local tax regulations. You will oversee tax planning, accounting for taxes and leading our relationship with tax advisors and auditors. Additionally, you will assist in tax structuring, and related work while building, managing, and developing a team of professional tax staff. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with business groups, service providers, and other tax professionals to fulfill their duties. Lastly, this role involves leading a team of managers. What you get to do: Responsible for completion of federal and state tax returns including all related analysis and support. Responsible for audits of federal, state and local tax filings. Responsible for sales and use tax compliance on both purchase and sales side of transactions. Experience with payroll related taxes. Responsible for transfer pricing and management fee arrangements. Supervise professional tax staff. Liaison with operating management on tax issues and accounting staff on tax accounting issues. Ensuring that appropriate internal controls / SOX compliance are in place over accounting for income taxes. Departmental liaison with IT staff on all technical matters relating to tax computer applications. Assist finance leadership in estimating and monitoring annual cash taxes. Responsible for annual R&D tax credit study. Designs and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Designs and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered, and performance is systematically improved. What you bring to the team: 10 years of related experience in a senior tax role. 5 years of progressive leadership experience. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Knowledge of accounting and financial planning computer applications, preferably NetSuite, although not required. Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and GAAP. Advanced Excel skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as project management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams. Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions for decision making purposes. Must have a demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a team-based environment. Multi-faceted direction and planning in a manufacturing environment. We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate: Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at or .

Created: 2024-10-29