Interim VP of Tax

Description

We are looking for an experienced Tax Director to provide senior-level tax leadership for a global manufacturing organization on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will ensure day-to-day continuity across a complex international tax function while supporting critical corporate structuring and governance activities. Working remotely, the position requires a hands-on leader who can step in quickly, guide external advisors effectively, and manage tax matters across multiple domestic and international jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the company’s global tax function as the primary internal authority, maintaining stability and continuity during an interim leadership period.

• Direct tax provision activities, liability analysis, and related reporting obligations across approximately 20 legal entities.

• Manage transfer pricing matters throughout the subsidiary network and help support documentation and readiness for potential audit activity.

• Coordinate with outside tax firms to address active tax assessments and help position the organization for favorable outcomes.

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders on the setup of a new German entity and provide tax guidance related to broader corporate structure matters.

• Oversee multinational corporate tax compliance requirements across a complex legal entity environment.

• Provide practical, day-one support on direct and indirect tax matters affecting European operations, including key jurisdictions within the region.

• Act as the central point of contact for outsourced tax advisors, ensuring priorities are executed efficiently and in alignment with business needs.

Requirements • Proven experience in a senior tax leadership role such as Senior Director, Vice President, or equivalent level.

• Background serving as the lead in-house tax specialist with responsibility for managing external tax advisors.

• Strong experience with multinational tax operations in a complex multi-entity structure.

• Demonstrated expertise in tax provision, corporate tax compliance, and transfer pricing.

• Working knowledge of European direct and indirect tax frameworks, including experience supporting multiple jurisdictions.

• Ability to work in a highly hands-on capacity and become effective with minimal ramp-up time.

• Experience handling tax assessments, audit preparation, or similar tax controversy matters.

• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.

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