Income Tax, Senior Principal

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Location: Tulsa, OK

Work Type: Onsite

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At a Glance:

This position will report to the Director, Tax and serve as a senior individual contributor across H&P's income tax function. The role will lead complex tax compliance, provision, reporting, process improvement, and special projects while partnering with tax process owners and cross-functional teams. This position will not have direct reports but will be expected to influence stakeholders, coordinate project teams, provide technical guidance, and drive initiatives from planning through execution. The role will help build scalable processes, strengthen controls, reduce reliance on external advisors, and create capacity through standardization, automation, and effective use of global resources.

What you will do: 

• Provide review, technical guidance, and project leadership across federal, state, and international income tax compliance without assuming day-to-day people management responsibilities.
• Partner with tax process owners to improve the accuracy, timing, consistency, and documentation of compliance and provision processes.
• Lead special projects involving acquisitions, integrations, legal entity changes, accounting methods, tax planning, audits, and other enterprise priorities.
• Develop and implement automation, data, artificial intelligence, and process improvement solutions that reduce manual work and improve data quality.
• Identify work that can be transitioned to shared-service or global resources and support effective knowledge transfer and oversight.
• Evaluate new tax and accounting developments, assess operational impacts, and translate technical conclusions into practical actions.
• Support tax audits and controversy matters by organizing documentation, developing clear technical positions, and coordinating responses.
• Manage external advisor workstreams, monitor scope and deliverables, and identify opportunities to reduce outside consulting spend.
• Present recommendations, risks, project status, and results to Tax leadership and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a senior technical resource and trusted project partner for high-priority matters assigned by Tax leadership.
• Support the broader Tax team during peak reporting and filing periods as priorities require.

What you need:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA required.
• Eight or more years of progressive income tax experience, including meaningful experience with both tax provision and compliance processes.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, and federal and state income tax concepts.
• Public-company experience preferred; Big Four or other national public accounting firm experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading complex projects and influencing outcomes without direct authority.
• Ability to move between technical analysis, process design, project execution, and clear communication with business stakeholders.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, organization, and ability to coordinate multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience improving tax processes through automation, data analytics, artificial intelligence, or other technology solutions preferred.
• Ability to communicate complex tax and accounting matters in clear, practical language.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across locations, functions, and time zones.
• Demonstrated commitment to developing scalable processes and supporting the growth of others through coaching and knowledge sharing.

What we offer:

At H&P, our commitment to our people is at the forefront, and that includes benefits that provide employees a sense of health and financial security. We know that life continues outside of employment and actively caring of our people is our priority.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• 401k match
• Paid Leave Plans
• Parental & Adoption Benefits
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work-life integration

The job level and associated compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and alignment with the role’s requirements. Final compensation for this role may vary depending on individual factors.

H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!