Senior Director Tax

Floor & Decor • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Senior Director of Tax leads Floor & Decor’s total tax function, including U.S. federal and state income tax, financial reporting under ASC 740, property tax, sales and use tax, and compliance. The role sets enterprise tax strategy, ensures accurate, timely, and compliant tax positions, and manages tax risk in support of the company’s financial and operational objectives. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this leader partners closely with the CFO, Legal, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations, and represents the tax function with external auditors, advisors, and taxing authorities.

The position oversees tax provision and financial reporting, tax compliance and filings, tax controversy and risk management, tax planning and strategy, property tax, team leadership, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. It leads a team across income tax, indirect tax, property tax, and trade, while maintaining strong tax controls and driving efficiency through technology, automation, and operational best practices.

Occasional travel may be required, including air and/or car travel. The work environment is typically quiet. Extended hours may be required during monthly or quarterly close and SEC filing periods. This is sedentary work involving sitting most of the time, with brief periods of walking or standing and the occasional exertion of 10–20 pounds of force.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA required.
• 12–15 years of progressive tax experience.
• At least 5 years of people leadership experience, including management of managers.
• Public company ASC 740 and SEC reporting experience.
• Deep expertise in ASC 740 tax accounting and provision processes.
• Broad knowledge of income, sales and use, property, and trade tax requirements and related internal controls.
• Executive presence and influence, with the ability to research complex tax topics and present them clearly to the Corporate Controller, CFO, and internal and external auditors.
• Proven ability to lead managers, build high-performing teams, and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment in assessing and managing tax risk, including audit defense and negotiation with taxing authorities.
• Ability to drive process improvements and develop systematic processes.
• Ability to analyze, solve problems, and adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Working knowledge of sales and use tax and customs and trade compliance.
• Experience leading tax audits.
• Proficiency with OneSource tax software and Oracle general ledger systems.
• Big 4 public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the preparation, review, and analysis of quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provisions under ASC 740, including current and deferred tax calculations, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and effective tax rate reconciliation.
• Own monthly income tax entries and ensure income tax accounts in the financial statements are properly stated and reconciled.
• Set tax accounting positions on complex items, including stock-based compensation, fixed assets, inventory, leases, acquisitions, dispositions, and other transactions.
• Own tax-related footnotes and disclosures for SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, and support the Corporate Controller and CFO in presenting tax matters to the Audit Committee and external auditors.
• Assess the impact of tax legislation, accounting standards, and regulatory changes on the tax provision and financial statements, and communicate implications to senior leadership.
• Provide forecasted effective tax rates and cash tax projections under various scenarios to support earnings guidance and financial planning.
• Oversee preparation and timely filing of federal and state corporate income tax returns, including consolidated returns and related schedules.
• Manage multi-state income tax compliance, including apportionment, nexus determinations, and state-specific retail matters such as sales sourcing.
• Direct sales and use tax operations, including collection and remittance across store and e-commerce jurisdictions, tax engine configuration, exemption certificate management, and returns.
• Manage external tax preparers and service providers while maintaining internal ownership and review processes.
• Lead federal, state, and local income, sales and use, and property tax audits, appeals, and voluntary disclosure matters through resolution.
• Direct external counsel and advisors on controversy matters and ensure exposures are properly reflected in reserves and disclosures.
• Maintain a documented tax risk framework and monitor exposures across all tax types.
• Develop and execute enterprise tax strategy to optimize the effective tax rate and cash taxes while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Identify and evaluate tax opportunities related to retail operations, including credits, deductions, incentives, and structuring of business activities, including new store and distribution network investments.
• Advise executive leadership and business units on tax implications of operational decisions, capital investments, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Direct property tax compliance, including real and personal property tax returns, assessments, appeals, and payments across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with real estate, finance, and operations teams to support accurate asset reporting for property tax purposes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax managers and professionals across income tax, indirect tax, property tax, and trade; set priorities, conduct performance reviews, and build succession plans.
• Own tax department organization design, budget, and external advisor spend.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and processes for tax compliance and reporting, including SOX compliance where applicable.
• Drive efficiency through technology, automation, and best practices in tax operations.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and external auditors on tax-related matters affecting financial statements.
• Partner with the CFO, Legal, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations leaders to align tax strategy with enterprise priorities.

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities and career advancement opportunities at every level.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Referral Bonus Program.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance plans, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates.
• Paid holidays plus a personal holiday.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off starting on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior