About the job
The Senior Tax Manager’s primary focus is the preparation and completion of our US tax returns but they will also play an essential role in growing talent by leading the structuring and planning for all aspects of taxation. This includes corporate income taxes, sales and use taxes, transfer pricing and duties for Lush North America. In this role, you will also partner with business operations to ensure that the tax structure meets changing business needs, monitor compliance activities and manage all tax authority audits. This role will identify challenges and opportunities and create step plans to resolve, utilizing outside expertise when necessary. This role will also partner with the Global Head of Tax on North America tax reporting and as updates are needed to transfer pricing.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to evolve and improve the current structure and processes. They will be curious about opportunities, listen actively and be able to effectively lead the team through analysis and execution of improvement initiatives. You will be real with giving and receiving feedback and support.
Lush thrives with people that can adapt and evolve to the needs of our business. You have a passion for bringing value, leading change and having an impact on the organizations you work with. You are ready to join a business dedicated not just to getting the job done but to the practices of fair-trade sourcing, supporting sustainable communities and giving back to grass roots organizations making a difference.
Income Tax Compliance
Oversee US income tax returns including Federal and State income tax as well as routine submissions such as 1042 and FBAR
Oversee tax compliance, reporting and related filings (including SR&ED, NR4, T5 etc.) across Canada and Puerto Rico utilizing external advisors as needed
Oversee tax installments to ensure appropriate compliance with legislative requirements
Act as the point of contact and support for tax compliance matters across North America
Tax Audits
Oversee audit management of income tax, sales tax and duties audits in a proactive and strategic mannerSales Tax
Oversee sales/sales and use tax compliance in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico
Develop and maintain a current and appropriate tax operating model
Ensure timely and accurate filing of all US, Canadian and Puerto Rican GST and Sales and Use tax returns
Transfer Pricing
Review existing policies and assist the business to adjust transfer pricing strategies and structures as needed that reflect any changing business operations
Effectively utilize outside support if needed
Manage the preparation of any necessary transfer pricing documentation
Tax Accounting
Oversee book tax calculations, estimates and accruals
Oversee monthly management reporting and budgeting
Oversee current and deferred tax provisions
Oversee the North America tax reporting to the parent company in the UK
Other Duties
Lead a tax team with two direct reports and provide support and mentorship, coaching and developing them through fearless leadership
Stay up to date with changes in tax rulings and relevant trends and make recommendations as needed
Partner with the business operations teams to develop and implement strategies for optimizing Trade Agreements and duty drawbacks.
Establish appropriate systems or processes to identify and manage tax compliance risk
Partner with the business operations teams to deliver efficient and effective tax support to strategic business initiatives and provide practical solutions
Prepare and develop tax structures, policies and processes
Manage external tax consultants as required
You bring the following QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Qualified CPA, US CPA or equivalent
7+ years of hands on tax experience in public accounting firm or large corporate environment
Strong analytical and technical skills to understand financial information necessary to prepare corporate tax filings and the ability to identify and research tax issues;
2 – 4 years specific US tax return preparation and filing experience
Proven knowledge and experience of international tax regulations and procedures
Outstanding interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Independent worker who is proactive and can work well with minimal supervision
Accustomed to and ability to deliver results within a highly seasonal, high pressure production environment
Self-motivated, accountable and results oriented
Able to travel domestically and internationally
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