Director Federal & State Tax

Generac Power Systems Inc

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    This role ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and partners cross-functionally to optimize the company's tax position. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWaukesha, WI

    Description

    We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

    For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

    Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

    The Director Tax is responsible for managing the company's U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and partners cross-functionally to optimize the company's tax position. This position will lead a small team including managing relationship with outsourced service provider.

    Major Responsibilities

    Income Tax Compliance

    Oversight of the preparation and filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple legal entities, including consolidated and unitary filings

    Tracking and utilization of tax attributes (NOLs, credits, carryforwards). · Manage external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings

    Monitor compliance requirements related to manufacturing-specific incentives and credits.

    Tax Provision & Accounting (ASC 740)

    Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision process, including current, deferred, and uncertain tax positions.

    Review effective tax rate analyses and related disclosures for financial statements.

    Ensure accurate recording of income tax entries in the general ledger.

    Support external and internal audits by providing documentation and explanations related to income taxes.

    Tax Planning & Strategy ·

    Identify and implement tax planning opportunities related to manufacturing operations, capital investments, supply chain structure, and intercompany transactions.

    Analyze the tax impact of business initiatives such as plant expansions, restructuring, and mergers or acquisitions.

    Evaluate state income tax nexus, apportionment, and filing positions resulting from operational changes.

    Audit & Risk Management

    Manage federal and state income tax audits, including responses to information requests and coordination with tax authorities.

    Research tax law changes and assess impacts on the company's operations and financial reporting.

    Assist with development and maintenance of tax controls and documentation in support of SOX compliance.

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Partner with accounting, finance, operations, and legal teams to support accurate tax reporting and planning.

    • Provide guidance on tax implications of manufacturing activities such as inventory capitalization, R&D credits, cost accounting changes, and fixed asset investments.

    Process Improvement & Leadership

    Drive process improvements and automation within tax compliance and provision workflows. · Mentor and develop tax staff.

    Support development of tax policies, procedures, and internal documentation.

    Minimum Job Requirements

    Education: ·

    Bachelor's degree in Accounting or finance

    Certification / License

    CPA license or other certification is a plus

    Work Experience

    8 years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation, including public accounting and/or corporate tax.

    Experience with consolidated and unitary state filings

    Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

    ASC 740 reporting ability · Project management skills

    Project management skills

    Preferred Job Requirements

    Education

    Master's in Tax or Juris Doctorate

    Certification / License

    Certified Public Accountant or other certification

    Work Experience

    Understanding manufacturing related tax credits and incentives (e.g., R&D, energy, capital investment incentives).

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills · Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

    "We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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