Director, Indirect Tax

AEG FUELS•Miami, FL

53d

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, U.S. Indirect Tax to lead our U.S. indirect tax function, with a focus on Sales & Use Tax, Excise Tax, and State and Local Tax (SALT). This role will be responsible for compliance, tax planning, audit management, and filing obligations across jurisdictions, while driving process improvements and supporting strategic business initiatives. Experience in fuel tax is a strong plus. This role requires exceptional technical expertise, operational discipline, leadership capabilities, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. A background in public accounting combined with in-house corporate tax experience is highly valued.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in U.S. Indirect Tax with strong exposure to Sales & Use Tax, Excise Tax, Fuel Tax and SALT matters.
Experience working in a corporate tax department in a leadership role.
Deep technical knowledge of U.S. indirect tax laws and regulations.
Proven leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills and ability to explain tax concepts to non-tax professionals.
Proficient with tax compliance systems (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, SAP).
Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Prior in house oil and gas industry experience is highly preferred.
Strong understanding of fuel tax compliance is a plus.
CPA certification (plus)
Advanced degree (e.g., MST or JD/LLM) is a plus
Strategic thinker with the ability to operate at both executive and execution levels.
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Highly organized, analytical, self-starter and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Strong ethics and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive financial data.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of U.S. Indirect Tax, including Sales & Use Tax, Excise Tax, Fuel Tax, and other transaction-based taxes.
Oversee the indirect tax compliance calendar, ensuring accurate and timely tax return filings and payments across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
Design, implement, and maintain indirect tax policies and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Develop and execute tax planning strategies to minimize exposure and maximize savings.
Partner with internal departments (e.g., accounting, legal, procurement, operations) and external advisors to assess tax implications of business operations and changes.
Manage indirect tax audits, including data collection, responses, and negotiations with tax authorities.
Provide technical guidance on indirect tax issues, including nexus determinations, taxability assessments, and voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs).
Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement in tax compliance and reporting.
Supervise and develop a team of indirect tax professionals; provide coaching, training, and performance management.
Stay current on U.S. tax legislation and regulatory changes; assess and communicate potential business impacts.