Tax Director

Consultative Search Group•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

A global entertainment firm is seeking a Director, Income Tax Compliance & Reporting to lead income tax provision, compliance, forecasting, audit support, and related reporting activities. The role partners across tax, finance, accounting, operations, and legal teams on complex U.S. federal, state, and international tax matters; improves processes through technology and innovation; and supports the professional development of assigned team members. The position reports to the Senior Director, Consolidated Tax Reporting and Compliance. It follows a hybrid schedule, with 3–4 days per week in the Los Angeles office. The role oversees income tax provision and compliance work for the SPE segment, including U.S. international tax matters, tax forecasts and cash flow analysis, audit inquiries, and the incorporation of business transactions into tax reporting. It also monitors tax developments and supports process improvement and special tax projects. Honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive experience in corporate tax accounting, compliance, and/or tax provision preparation.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
Comprehensive knowledge and technical competence in book-to-tax accounting and federal and state income tax concepts applicable to multinational organizations.
Significant experience managing U.S. tax compliance obligations, including analyzing and documenting tax positions.
Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Detail orientation, strong analytical skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven, dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CorpTax compliance software, and OneSource Tax Provision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large multinational company and/or a public accounting firm.
CPA and/or a master’s degree in tax.
Knowledge of IFRS.
Working knowledge of BPC/SAP.

Responsibilities

Review quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations in accordance with IAS 12, including book-to-tax differences, deferred tax inventory, tax account analysis and reconciliations, effective tax rate analysis, and tax-related journal entries.
Manage and review sub-consolidated supporting tax return workpapers, tax packages, elections, disclosures, and forms for federal and state corporate income, partnership, and withholding tax returns for the SPE segment, in collaboration with the international tax team.
Collaborate with tax planning and finance teams to incorporate tax consequences of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures into provision and compliance processes.
Prepare tax forecasts, budgets, and cash flow analyses for the SPE segment for inclusion in consolidated SCA analysis.
Oversee calculation and analysis of U.S. international tax matters, including foreign-source income, FDII, BEAT, foreign tax credits, and withholding taxes for the SPE segment.
Partner with accounting, finance, operations, and legal departments to identify, evaluate, and address tax considerations in business decisions.
Monitor U.S. tax developments and related international rules affecting U.S. filings, including OECD BEPS/Pillar Two, assess business impacts, and assist with related reporting requirements.
Manage and respond to segment-related inquiries from consolidated/combined federal and state filing audits, and handle standalone federal and state audits.
Oversee and support assigned team members’ professional development in U.S. tax technical analysis, compliance, and tax accounting and reporting activities.
Identify and support process improvement initiatives in tax provision and compliance operations, including efficiency enhancements through innovative solutions, technology, and collaboration with tax specialty groups.
Assist with special tax projects as needed.
Conduct responsibilities with honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, including coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents.
Access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee assistance plan and behavioral health benefits.
Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs.
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees, with supplemental coverage available for spouses/domestic partners and children.
Voluntary group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability plans.
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave.
401(k) plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting.
Education assistance and student loan programs.
Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work schedules.
Vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day, based on business needs.
Referral bonuses, subject to eligibility.
Matching gift program.
Employee business resource groups (EBRGs).
Employee discounts on products.
Employee stock purchase plan, with the company covering commissions and fees for company stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions.