Senior Director - Finance, Tax

All External Jobs•Chicago, IL

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tropicana Brands Group (TBG) is a $3B startup formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo. TBG's portfolio includes iconic brands such as Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. The Finance team plays a critical role in TBG's overall success by providing financial insights, strategic guidance, and operational support. Through budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, the team ensures that resources are allocated efficiently to drive profitability and growth. Additionally, the team supports decision-making by identifying risks and opportunities, optimizing costs, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. By partnering with other departments, Finance helps align financial goals with business strategies, ultimately contributing to the company’s stability and long-term success. We are seeking a strategic, experienced, and hands-on Senior Tax Director to lead the company’s global tax function. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax planning, compliance, reporting, and strategy, with a strong focus on operational excellence and alignment. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in U.S. federal, state, and international tax law, with proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, consumer-focused environment. The Senior Tax Director will work closely with finance, legal, and operations to optimize our tax position while ensuring full compliance.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 5 years in a director role; experience in a mid-large sized company
Deep knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws.
Ability to perform complex and sophisticated tax analyses and recommends proposed courses of action to senior management
Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and tax software.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
Experience managing global tax operations in a multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional environment.
Ability to partner with external advisors if needed
Understanding of transfer pricing principles and BEPS developments.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or MST preferred.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of domestic and international tax strategies to support business initiatives, M&A, and supply chain optimization.
Advise executive leadership on the tax implications of business decisions, including pricing, product sourcing, and expansion strategies.
Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess potential impact on the organization and maintain and change company tax policies.
Ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of federal, state, local, and international tax returns.
Oversee the preparation of the company’s quarterly and annual tax provisions
Manage audits and inquiries from tax authorities and maintain strong documentation to support positions taken.
Lead and mentor a high-performing tax team, providing guidance on technical tax matters and professional development.
Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors.
Partner with supply chain, operations, and procurement to manage indirect taxes (sales/use, excise, VAT/GST)
Ensure proper tax treatment of transactions including inventory, distribution, and international trade.
Partner with legal on corporate structures
Collaborate with Accounting, Legal, Treasury, and Business Development teams to support overall financial and operational objectives.
Support the finance team during financial audits and provide necessary documentation and reconciliations.