VP - Tax Reporting

VP – Tax Reporting

AMC Networks

Location:

New York, NY

We are seeking a VP, Tax Reporting to join our Tax team based in our New York, NY office.

• Tax Provision – ASC 740
• Tax Inquiries on audit review
• Deal Planning – Projections and Integration
• Disclosure Committee Prep and Reporting
• Review Legal Contracts
• Financial Statement Footnotes and Disclosures
• Ad Hoc Tax Inquiries
• Valuation Analysis
• Budget & Long‑Term Plan Taxable Income Forecast
• Staff Reviews
• Additional Reporting – Restricted Group, etc.
• Additional Reporting – Separate Financial Statement Filings
• Update and Maintain Tax Policies
• Deal Documents – Review and Comment
• Return to Accrual and True‑Up Calculations / Memo
• Quarterly Review & Annual Walk through of Tax Controls (IA and External Auditors)
• Update Tax Controls/Memos/Flowcharts for SOX
  404 & Internal Audit
• Tax Department Budget, LTP and Capital
• Due Diligence
• Taxable Income Forecast
• Update Controls and Checklists
• Memos to Support Audit Sign Off on Tax Positions
• Monitor Law Changes and Interpretations
• Maintain Open Channels with Industry Tax Peers
• Maintain and Upgrade Tax Technology
• Explore and Propose Tax Saving Structures
• Review Monitor Efficient Tax Structure for IP
• Deal Structuring
• Analyze and Monitor State Nexus Issues
• FIN 48 Analysis
• Uncertain Tax Positions Memo
• APB 23 Memo
• Build and Maintain Forecast Model
• Oversee Foreign Operations
• Monitor ETR Comparison with Industry Peers
• Section 181 Calc
• Monthly Sales Use Tax Returns and Accruals Review
• PCORI Filing Review
• Foreign Tax Credit Calculation and Analysis

• Management Skills
• Self‑starter
• Results‑oriented
• Strong team player
• Organized and detail oriented
• Flexibility
• Ability to manage people
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to establish relationships within all levels of company
• Ability to understand and adapt to company culture
• Technical/Functional Competencies
• Extensive knowledge and experience in ASC 740 and financial reporting, tax planning, and compliance
• Strong analytical and project management skills to effectively manage multiple, complex projects and with tight deadlines
• Ability to resolve issues quickly; well organized with strong management skills
• Knowledge of all aspects of accounting for income taxes
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate complex matters to diverse audiences
• Key Experiences/Achievements
• 8 to 15+ years of corporate and public accounting international tax experience
• 5 to 10+ years of experience in managing tax professionals
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Licensed CPA or Law Degree
• Master’s Degree in Taxation, preferred
• Exposure to IP related tax issues a plus
• Familiarity with international taxation
• Experience in the Media and Entertainment a plus
• Microsoft Office Applications:
  Word, Excel and Power Point proficiency

The base compensation for this position is $175,000 to $215,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in‑office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.