Responsibilities:

• Oversees global tax responsibilities including tax accounting, planning, compliance, transfer pricing, tax controversy, and M&A
• Develops appropriate tax planning initiatives/strategies and recommendations to ensure the most effective tax position for Edelman
• Provides analysis of the tax impact of proposed transactions including M&A and develops tax efficient approaches for such transactions
• Directs the activities of outside advisors on tax related matters
• Serve as leader for global tax compliance and tax provision responsibilities, directly leading a group of 4-6 tax professionals
• Oversees the preparation of annual financial reporting of income taxes, including SOX controls and reporting of uncertain tax positions (ASC 740). Also responsible for quarterly calculation of the effective tax rate
• Manages relationship with financial statement auditor as well as other external service providers 
• Provides leadership through collaboration with Edelman’s Corporate Controller Group and other Finance functions in the US and abroad in regard to tax accounting and compliance
• Provides expertise in US GAAP ASC 740, including maintenance of strong internal controls, particularly with experience in SOX controls
• US federal, state and local income, indirect and property tax returns
• Oversees international tax compliance (income tax and indirect tax returns)
• Oversees federal and state tax audits (all taxes)
• Provides strategic direction to regional tax leaders and local finance teams on international tax audits
• Acts as a partner to the global business leaders on tax considerations for new initiatives or M&A activity
• Advises business leaders of permanent establishment and global mobility issues (with assistance from internal and external advisors)
• Ensures proper and timely completion of domestic and international direct and indirect tax returns, including all related analysis and support
• Monitors indirect and digital tax applicability, collection and reporting requirements and processes
• Develops and presents relevant training and communication for senior leaders to build tax acumen regarding federal, state and international direct and indirect tax laws and potential impact on business offerings
• Good understanding of Section 409A matters
• Acts as a lead collaborating with external auditors and tax advisors on significant tax transactions and gain alignment with external parties on potential tax consequences in a timely and efficient manner
• Manages overall FIN 48 reporting and reserve tracking as well as specific FIN 48 analysis for US domestic and international income tax matters
• Monitors US federal, state, local tax laws as well as international tax laws to strategically assess implications of changing tax laws to the business
• Collaborates on global audits, transfer pricing strategies, and action plans (other tax pillars) to provide appropriate mentorship related to potential international tax implications
• Advises business partners as well as Legal, IT, HR on tax implications of transactions 

Basic Qualifications:

• 15+ years’ experience, including at least several years of experience leading a global tax team
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited institution. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA certification, master’s degree in taxation or J.D. / LL.M. (taxation) is preferred
• Extensive experience in identifying, analyzing, and communicating complex tax issues and their impact on the company and its operations to key stakeholders, and executive leaders
• Experience in leading a multinational tax department including but not limited to tax compliance, tax planning, tax accounting, transfer pricing and tax controversy
• Significant background in US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley 404 rules for a global multinational company as well as strong knowledge of domestic/international, state/local tax laws, rules and regulations
• Ability to develop, implement, and sustain "Best Practices" for internal controls for tax provision to ensure maximum efficiency and accuracy
• Ability to balance high levels of pressure and apply critical decision-making with constantly shifting priorities
• Able to see the bigger picture for the company and how all the elements of tax legislation, reporting, planning and audits can impact our business
• Significant experience in building and leading teams of tax professionals including hiring, developing, motivating, and directing people
• Proven experience in working effectively with C-Suite Executives and various oversight committees
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills coupled with advanced financial analysis skills