Make An Impact:
Fossil is looking for a Domestic Tax Manager reporting to the Director of Tax. The ideal candidate will manage a team responsible for the Company’s U.S. tax activities, particularly federal and state income tax provisions, compliance with federal, state and local direct and indirect tax obligations, developing tax strategies and driving tax initiatives throughout the organization.
The role has a unique opportunity to provide thought leadership to create and implement initiatives that optimize the Company’s domestic tax profile
This role is onsite: In office Monday through Thursday and remote on Fridays.
What you will do in this role:
Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local tax laws. Oversee the preparation, review and timely filing of federal income, state, franchise, and estimated tax payments and returns.
Manage the process for preparation and review of Company tax provisions by assuring that all tax-related accounts are recorded accurately and in accordance with ASC 740. Review journal entries, reconciliations and components of deferred tax.
Supervise and review Canadian GST/HST/PST monthly filings
Oversee tax information reporting and documentation, including 1099 reporting and state annual reports.
Review property tax renditions
Interpret and analyze legislative changes.
Perform research on federal and state tax matters.
Maintain SOX controls relevant to reporting and compliance
Who You Are:
Requirements
BBA/BS/MS Accounting or LLM
Certified Public Accountant or Masters in Taxation· Experience in Tax Provisions
4+ years of corporate tax experience
Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and effectively influence and work with internal partners, business units and external partners, governmental auditors, internal and external auditors
Strong negotiation skills and ability to develop good working relationships
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor and inspire high performing teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
Ability to communicate and educate members of management in tax related matters, as needed
Ability to interface with internal IT group and external software vendors to ensure company has the appropriate software tools to collect internal data and file returns efficiently
Strong analytical skills and good judgment
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health and well-being services
Retirement Planning: 401(k) match and educational resources
Paid Parental Leave & Return to Work Program: Support for new parents and caregivers
Generous Paid Time Off: Floating Holidays, Sick Time, Personal Days, Summer Flex Fridays
Work Flexibility: Hybrid schedule plus “Work-From-Anywhere” options
Tuition Reimbursement: Support for approved educational programs
Skills Required
- BBA, BS, or MS in Accounting, or LLM
- Certified Public Accountant or Master's in Taxation
- Experience with tax provisions
- 4+ years of corporate tax experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Leadership experience coaching, mentoring, and inspiring teams
- Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
- Ability to communicate and educate management on tax matters
- Ability to collaborate with IT and external software vendors
- Strong analytical skills and good judgment
What We Do
Fossil Group is a global design, marketing, distribution, and innovation company specializing in lifestyle accessories. It creates distinctive watches and accessories with leading brands, bringing brand stories to life through an extensive distribution network, categories, and channels. Its products include watches, jewelry, and leather goods, and the company focuses on quality, fashionable pieces, technology, authenticity, and long-term value creation for customers worldwide.
