Director, International Tax

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Job Summary

The Senior Manager, International Tax is a critical leadership role within Nordson’s global tax function, responsible for overseeing international tax compliance, planning, and reporting across the company’s global footprint. This role works cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external advisors to support strategic initiatives, mitigate risk, and optimize the company’s global tax position. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and a proactive mindset to drive value and ensure compliance in a dynamic global environment.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Tax Planning & Risk Management

• Lead the development and execution of international tax planning strategies to optimize global ETR and cash tax outcomes.
• Evaluate and advise on tax implications of cross-border transactions, supply chain changes, and M&A activity.
• Monitor global tax legislative developments and assess potential impacts to Nordson’s tax profile.
• Manage responses to tax audits and inquiries from foreign jurisdictions, ensuring appropriate documentation and defense strategies.
• Lead global cash repatriation planning and execution, ensuring alignment with treasury and tax strategies to support tax-efficient cash deployment across jurisdictions.

International Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee and manage the preparation of U.S. international tax filings, including Forms 5471, 8858, 8865, and related disclosures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage and review quarterly and annual international tax provision calculations under ASC 740, including GILTI, Subpart F, FTCs, and BEAT.
• Oversee the preparation of all international portions of the annual consolidated provision under ASC 740, including related disclosures and supporting audit ready documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of international tax positions in consolidated financial statements.
• Maintain effective internal controls over international tax processes in compliance with SOX and audit requirements.
• Monitor evolving framework around OECD Pillar Two global minimum tax and lead the global organization in establishing and maintaining an effective tax compliance and reporting process. Partner cross-functionally with accounting, FP&A, IT, and third-party providers to automate data pipelines that support GloBE reporting. Manage the tax filing calendar and timely communications with global stakeholders.

Transfer Pricing & Operational Support

• Oversee transfer pricing documentation and intercompany pricing strategies in coordination with external advisors.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Treasury to assess tax implications of business decisions and provide actionable guidance.
• Partner with domestic tax, SALT, and tax operations teams to ensure cohesive execution of global tax strategy.

Technology & Process Improvement

• Identify and implement tax technology solutions to streamline international tax processes and improve efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with NBS Next principles, fostering simplification and value creation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor tax staff supporting international tax, fostering technical growth and professional development.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and cross-training initiatives within the tax function.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance from an accredited institution is required.
• CPA and advanced degree (MST or JD) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive international tax experience with a Big 4 or publicly traded multinational corporation.
• Subject matter expert with deep technical knowledge of U.S. international tax rules and OECD guidelines.
• Proven experience with ASC 740 and international tax provision software.
• Experience with OneStream, SAP and OTP/OIT preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Hybrid work environment. Minimal travel required, usually locally, but could also include international, to assist with execution of board meetings and events.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

  Minimal

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