Tax Director - Duravant

Duravant is a global engineered equipment company with an over 100-year operating history serving the food processing, packaging, and material handling industries. Through our portfolio of operating companies, we deliver trusted end-to-end process solutions for customers and partners through engineering and integration expertise, project management and operational excellence. With worldwide sales distribution and service networks we provide immediate and lifetime aftermarket support to all the markets we serve. Duravant’s market-leading brands are synonymous with innovation, durability and reliability.

The Director of Tax will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the global tax function at Duravant, ensuring compliance with international, federal, and local tax laws, while also strategically managing the company’s tax position. This position will work closely with the CFO, senior leadership, and various business units to develop tax-efficient strategies that support the company’s growth objectives and mitigate tax-related risks.

As the Director of Tax, you will manage complex tax planning and reporting activities, and advise on significant tax matters, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), international tax compliance, transfer pricing, indirect taxes, and tax provisions. As the senior Tax leader, you will also serve as a key point of contact for external auditors, tax authorities, and consultants.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement global tax strategies that align with business objectives and optimize Duravant’s effective tax rate.
• Provide strategic guidance on Duravant’s overall tax position, including M&A transactions, restructuring, and cross-border operations.
• Lead efforts to identify and manage tax risks, including compliance, reputational risks, and exposure due to changing tax laws and regulations.

Global Tax Compliance

• Oversee the preparation and timely filing of tax returns (both corporate and indirect taxes) for all global subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
• Ensure compliance with international tax rules, including transfer pricing, VAT/GST, customs duties, and withholding tax.
• Manage audits, disputes, and tax filings with tax authorities across jurisdictions.

Tax Reporting and Documentation

• Oversee the preparation and review of the company’s tax provision and related financial reporting, ensuring accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
• Lead the preparation of tax-related disclosures for financial statements, including deferred tax and uncertain tax positions.
• Develop and maintain proper documentation for transfer pricing and other tax planning strategies.

M&A and Corporate Transactions

• Advise on tax considerations for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Lead due diligence and integration efforts, ensuring tax-efficient structures are developed and risks are mitigated.

External Relationships

• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, legal teams, and auditors, ensuring the company receives timely and relevant tax advice.
• Serve as the primary liaison with tax authorities for audits, inquiries, and disputes.

Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and assess changes in the global tax landscape, proposing strategic adjustments to the tax approach where necessary.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline tax compliance, reporting, and planning functions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Master’s degree or MBA preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional tax designation required.
• Advanced degree in Taxation, Law, or Business (LL.M. or J.D.) is a plus.

Experience

• At least 10 years of experience in tax, with a strong background in corporate tax, international tax, transfer pricing, and tax planning.
• Experience in a multinational manufacturing environment or with a global corporate tax function.
• Experience with tax compliance, provision, and reporting under both U.S. GAAP and IFRS required.
• Proven experience in managing complex tax audits, M&A transactions, and tax controversy matters.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of global tax laws, tax compliance, and tax planning strategies.
• Expertise in transfer pricing, indirect taxes (e.g., VAT/GST), and cross-border tax issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex tax issues to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional tax issues and drive solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, tax software, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).

Duravant is committed to a culture that promotes long-term career satisfaction and provides an opportunity for personal and professional growth. We succeed by operating within our core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Respect, Sense of Urgency and Winning Spirit.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security
• Work/life programs designed to provide a safe, secure, and balanced environment
• Education and training programs to develop and grow a high-performance workforce
• Performance-based rewards