Director, Federal & State Tax

Description

This position is responsible for tax planning, audit defense and determining adequate reserves for tax positions. This role is also responsible for providing sales tax guidance to the business and state income tax guidance to the business (as it pertains to state income tax planning).

The position supervises and manages a Tax Manager and a temporary labor force of 4 people assisting with all matters pertaining to Federal Income Tax Audits, State Income Tax matters and Sales & Use Tax matters, as well as FIN 48 and FAS 5 related matters.

Managing all aspects of Federal and State audits, claims for refunds, negotiating optimal settlements on audits, identifying state tax planning opportunities, preserving state tax planning, and supervising and developing staff in state tax related matters. Advising the business on all tax technical matters pertaining to Sales & Use Tax and providing guidance on State Income Tax matters as they pertain to state income tax planning.

• Successfully manage and negotiate favorable State Tax audit settlements and claims for refund with government authorities; assist with Federal Tax negotiations and audit settlements; assist with the preparation of tax appeals and protests.
• Identify Sales Tax Planning Opportunities, quantifying the savings and assessing associated tax risks.
• Oversee the implementation of State Tax savings opportunities for the Company.
• Oversee and manage the Tax projects completed by EY and PWC determining those that are viable and worth pursuing.
• Research, conclude upon, and advise the business on all tax technical matters pertaining to Sales & Use Tax, as well as State Income Tax as it pertains to State Income Tax planning.
• Research tax law changes and document changes in memorandums.
• Identify, measure and ensure adequate reserves for all Federal and State tax positions in accordance with FIN 48 and FAS 5 standards.
• Develop staff to assist with negotiating areas of limited exposure to the Company; train staff to identify areas of risk and measure them accordingly.
• Responsible for delegating, managing, overseeing, and achieving optimal results in all areas of responsibility.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 10 years of both Federal and State Tax experience
• Working knowledge of SAP, Excel, and Microsoft Word

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $ to $. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program as well as participation in the share incentive plan. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education‑related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others.

Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

It is Company’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USAppl

Michigan Applicants:
Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

Philadelphia Applicants:
Philadelphia’s Fair Chance Hiring Law.

Rhode Island Applicants:
The company is subject to chapters 29‑38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state’s workers' compensation law.