Senior Director, International Tax at S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. in Racine, Wisconsin

Job Description:

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

The Senior Director is a key role on SCJ's Tax team with responsibility for tax matters involving the Company's foreign subsidiaries. This unique role provides responsibilities across a wide range of international tax disciplines. The role will manage all tax matters for a specific region and/or business unit(s), including but not limited to:

• US GAAP income tax accounting


• US international income tax compliance, including Pillar 2 Global Minimum Tax


• Transfer pricing


• Day-to-day tax issues, including US and non-US income tax audits


• Tax planning and other tax-related transactions


• Treasury objectives


• Indirect taxes, including value-added taxes and trade compliance


• While this role does not directly manage a team, it provides leadership in guiding and supporting local Finance and cross-functional teams on tax-related matters.

**This role is an Onsite role in Racine, WI**

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• US GAAP income tax accounting: support local Finance teams in preparing detailed income tax reporting packages, ultimately supporting amounts recorded in the income tax P&L and balance sheet accounts, for legal entities in his/her region(s) and/or business unit(s)


• US international income tax compliance: support international tax compliance team with technical analyses on various matters and overall strategy, including Pillar 2 Global Minimum Tax readiness; responsibility for reviewing accuracy of all US international compliance calculations and filings related to his/her region(s) and/or business unit(s), as well as the "aggregate" international calculations (e.g., FTC limitation, FDII, GILTI, BEAT, 163(j), etc.)


• Transfer pricing: understand and advise on transfer pricing implications of regional business models and specific business transactions; support preparation and review of annual transfer pricing documentation for legal entities in his/her region(s) and/or business unit(s)


• Day-to-day tax issues: support local Finance and cross-functional teams representing the business on tax-related items and provide strategic support for US and non-US income tax audits for legal entities in his/her region(s) and/or business unit(s)


• Tax planning and other tax-related transactions: identify and implement tax planning strategies in conjunction with business transactions, including supply chain planning, M&A due diligence, legal contracts, entity rationalization, etc.


• Treasury objectives: support the Company's cash repatriation, capital structure, and financing objectives with an eye towards improving tax efficiency, minimizing tax risks, and streamlining Treasury processes


• Indirect taxes: develop and maintain a working knowledge of indirect taxes (e.g., value-added taxes, trade compliance, etc.) and assist in identifying and implementing strategies to reduce such taxes and improve compliance processes

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance


• Advanced post-graduate degree (Masters of Tax, JD, etc.)


• At least 10 years intensive tax experience at a multinational corporation, major law firm, or large accounting firm, including at least 4 years of advanced and well-rounded international tax experience (including compliance, planning, non-US tax, and supply chain experience)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Certified Professional Accountant or Tax Attorney strongly preferred


• Corptax provision and compliance software


• ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes


• Pillar 2 Global Minimum Tax


• Knowledge and familiarity of SAP


• Tax research experience and ability to stay abreast of rapidly evolving international tax rules


• Proven ability to identify tax structuring opportunities and process improvements consistent with the Company's business goals


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to foster relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment


• Strong attention to detail and prioritization skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time. Overtime is expected at certain times of the year, including but not limited to year-end close, tax return filing season, and when working on time-sensitive projects


• Occasional domestic and/or international travel, primarily to meet with subsidiary personnel to understand current and future business objectives and attend seminars or conferences


• Office work environment; remote work available one day a week for eligible employees


• This role is eligible for domestic relocation

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion .

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster f or more information.