Director, Tax

BHE•Urbandale, IA

8d•$178,600 - $223,300

About The Position

The Director, Tax provides strategic leadership and oversight of federal, state, and local tax compliance, tax accounting, tax planning, and tax regulatory matters for MidAmerican Energy Company, MidAmerican Funding, and affiliated subsidiaries. The position ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, compliance with applicable tax laws and accounting standards, and effective support of regulatory proceedings. The Director serves as the company's primary advisor on tax matters, evaluates the tax impact of business initiatives and regulatory actions, and develops policies, procedures, and controls that support financial, operational, and regulatory objectives. MidAmerican Energy Company is a Midwest utility that provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. It owns and operates power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or industry, including expertise in tax accounting, compliance, and reporting.
Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex tax functions.
Extensive knowledge of federal and state income tax laws, GAAP, and regulatory accounting requirements.
Strong analytical, communication, strategic thinking, and project management capabilities.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential.
Advanced degree; a master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.
Utility industry experience.
Experience supporting regulated utility rate cases and regulatory proceedings.

Responsibilities

Direct preparation, review, and filing of federal, state, and local income tax returns and related tax filings.
Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements.
Oversee tax-related regulatory reporting and direct preparation of tax information for regulatory, governmental, and corporate reporting.
Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual tax accounting activities, including current and deferred income taxes.
Ensure accurate tax reporting in internal and external financial statements and oversee tax disclosures in SEC filings, FERC reports, and other financial and regulatory filings.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory accounting, and tax accounting requirements.
Research, analyze, and interpret federal and state tax law developments.
Evaluate tax implications of legislation, business initiatives, financing activities, and strategic projects.
Advise executive leadership on tax risks, opportunities, and financial impacts.
Provide tax forecasts and analyses supporting budgeting, long-range planning, and financial decision-making.
Support rate filings and regulatory proceedings by developing tax analyses, schedules, testimony, and pro forma adjustments.
Provide written and oral testimony before regulatory agencies and governmental authorities.
Participate in regulatory strategy development related to tax matters.
Develop, implement, and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, regulatory, and corporate control requirements.
Lead continuous improvement efforts involving tax processes, systems, and reporting.
Serve as the primary company contact for tax audits, examinations, and inquiries.
Lead interactions with external auditors on tax accounting and compliance matters.
Represent the company before industry organizations, governmental agencies, and professional associations on tax-related matters.
Establish departmental goals, objectives, and strategic priorities.
Develop annual budgets and manage departmental expenditures.
Promote employee development through coaching, training, and succession planning.
Foster accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional excellence.
Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.