Associate Director, US Taxation

EPCOR•Glendale, AZ

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About The Position

The Associate Director, US Taxation, leads EPCOR’s US taxation function and is accountable for its performance. The role oversees accurate and timely preparation of US income and other tax returns, tax provision items for financial reporting, tax-related responsibilities for business development, and the development and implementation of tax-planning strategies. It leads and develops a team of tax professionals, supports regulated operations, and manages the function’s business plan, standards, resources, and budget requirements. The position ensures compliance with US tax laws and regulations; oversees tax liabilities, expenses, filings, remittances, payments, installments, and audits conducted by US taxing authorities; and oversees income-tax accounting for the US group of companies. It also leads US tax components of business development projects and implements prudent tax strategies that minimize taxes while remaining compliant. Some overnight travel is required, less than 20%.

Requirements

Professional accounting designation.
Undergraduate degree in a related field, such as business or finance.
Completion of a formal US tax-related course, such as a Master of Taxation or similar.
At least 10 years of tax-related experience.
At least 10 years of experience preparing and reviewing large-company US corporate income tax returns and other compliance filings.
At least 5 years of experience managing tax professionals.
At least 4 years of experience leading US tax-related business development activities and overseeing tax structuring for large companies.
Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills.
Solid time-management and organizational skills.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Ability to apply relevant knowledge to ensure compliance with accounting for income tax rules under IFRS and US GAAP.
Must be at least 18 years old and legally entitled to work in the United States.
If considered for the position, must clear applicable background and professional reference checks; a technical or practical assessment may be administered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the regulated utility industry, including working knowledge of regulatory accounting principles, and/or experience in a large corporate setting.
Experience with Canadian corporate income tax returns, filings, and business development activities.
Working knowledge of regulatory accounting principles.
Experience with OneSource income tax compliance and income tax provision software.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the team responsible for the organization’s US taxation function and strategy, fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service.
Ensure the team has the capabilities and resources needed to achieve business objectives.
Ensure compliance with new and existing US tax laws and regulations, and timely, accurate recording of tax-related liabilities and expenses.
Oversee timely and accurate preparation and submission of tax filings, returns, remittances, payments, and installments.
Oversee US tax-related compliance audits conducted by US taxing authorities.
Oversee accounting for income taxes for the US group of companies.
Oversee US tax-related components of business development projects and tax structuring.
Develop, implement, and review the business plan within the Taxation Group business plan, including strategic, operational, and resource planning.
Ensure EPCOR taxation standards are developed, revised, and implemented consistently and on time.
Plan and identify budget requirements and establish processes that support compliance with tax laws and regulations.
Analyze issues affecting operational performance and establish continuous-improvement initiatives to prevent material interest or penalties from late or incorrect tax filings, returns, remittances, payments, or installments.
Implement prudent taxation strategies to minimize taxes while complying with relevant tax law and jurisprudence.