An International Tax Manager manages international tax reporting and advises on tax planning for a company. Maintains current knowledge of international tax codes and ensures that company tax filings are in compliance with international tax law and regulations. May assist with tax audits and manage issues with local or national tax authorities. Manages tax accounting staff.
Tallahassee, FL Job Details Full-time $185,000 - $260,000 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications CPA Team supervision Income tax planning Bachelor's degree Leading team collaboration initiatives International corporation experience Technical accounting Corporate tax provisioning management Senior leadership Full Job Description We are looking for a Director of Federal Tax that will serve as the leader of DDN's consolidated tax reporting, US compliance, and planning functions. This role oversees the worldwide ASC 740 income tax provision, consolidated US federal income tax return, and key US international tax matters including GILTI, FDII, BEAT, foreign tax credits, and strategic tax planning initiatives. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact, high-visibility leadership role at a pivotal stage in DDN's continued growth and evolution. As a global leader in AI, data intelligence, and high-performance computing infrastructure, DDN operates in an increasingly complex and dynamic tax environment, creating a unique platform for a tax leader to drive meaningful business impact. Reporting directly to the VP of Tax and embedded within the global finance organization, you will play a central role in shaping the Company's tax strategy, reporting processes, and compliance framework. You will partner closely with executive leadership, finance, legal, treasury, FP&A, and external advisors to manage risk, optimize DDN's global tax position, and support strategic business initiatives. This is more than a compliance role. It is an opportunity to influence the future of the tax function, develop a high-performing US-based team, modernize processes, and help guide tax strategy for a rapidly growing global technology company. You'll be joining an organization where tax is viewed as a strategic business partner, with the opportunity to combine technical excellence, leadership, and commercial thinking to create long-term value across the enterprise. What you will own Lead Worldwide Tax Provision Drive the redesign of ASC 740 income tax provision workpapers for a consolidated group, including enhancing workpaper methodologies, documentation, controls, and supporting schedules to improve accuracy, efficiency, and audit readiness. Evaluate and implement a software solution to streamline the provision process to scale with the growth of the company. Lead quarterly and annual ASC 740 provision calculations and disclosures. Manage worldwide consolidated tax reporting, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and tax account reconciliations. Oversee effective tax rate analysis and effectively communicate relevant aspects of the tax provision to key executives. Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and controllership teams. Lead Federal Tax Reporting & Compliance Own the consolidated US income tax returns and related filings. Lead IRS and local audits, examinations, notices, and controversy matters. Ensure strong governance, controls, and documentation across the tax function. Shape Tax Strategy & Planning Lead modeling and analysis of GILTI, FDII, BEAT, foreign tax credits, and other US international tax considerations. Support acquisitions, restructurings, financing transactions, and legal entity optimization. Identify planning opportunities that support business growth and shareholder value. Evaluate tax law changes and advise leadership on strategic implications. Lead a Team Lead, mentor, and develop direct reports across the US tax organization. Promote technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Support succession planning and long-term organizational capability building. Qualifications CPA and Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field. 15+ years of progressive tax experience. Significant experience within a multinational corporation. Deep expertise in ASC 740, consolidated return compliance, federal tax planning, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, and foreign tax credits. Proven experience leading teams and partnering with executive stakeholders. Exceptional communication, leadership, and influencing skills. Personal Qualities Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset. Builder who enjoys creating structure and scalable processes. Collaborative leader capable of influencing across global organizations. Comfortable navigating complexity, ambiguity, and change. Strong ownership mentality with a focus on results.
