Senior Manager, Tax Operations

Who are we looking for?

Choice Hotels, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Senior Manager, Tax Operations in the Tax department. The Tax department is the team that manages all aspects of the Company’s tax accounting and reporting requirements, compliance obligations, and strategic opportunities. As a key member of our Tax department, you will provide crucial support as part of a strong team dedicated to delivering value through tax planning strategies and enhancing the overall financial well-being of the Company.

Are you a highly motivated, analytical thinker looking to learn and grow with a dynamic team of tax professionals? We invite you to apply today for our Senior Manager, Tax Operations role and #MakeItYourChoice.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the execution and implementation of strategic initiatives, particularly those related to tax credits or incentives
• Evaluate the impact of proposed legislation on the Company’s tax position
• Perform calculations and create models to assess planning opportunities
• Research and analyze complex tax questions, determine the appropriate tax treatment for nonroutine transactions, and craft memos to formally document findings
• Provide support for reorganizations, restructurings, and other major projects; and
• Assist with the preparation of the Company’s quarterly and annual tax accounting and compliance obligations

Your Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent) required
• CPA and Master’s degree in Tax or JD/LLM strongly preferred
• At least 5 years of experience with a major accounting firm or large multinational corporation
• Experience with both corporate and partnership taxation preferred
• Sound understanding of ASC 740 (Accounting for Income Taxes) for public companies and tax compliance reporting requirements
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize, meet internal and external deadlines efficiently, and operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Proficient in writing technical memos and making presentations; and
• Must be able to uphold Choice’s Values & Performance Principles of accountability, collaboration, performance excellence, sense of urgency, innovation, inclusion and diversity, integrity and trust, customer focus, and respect
• Demonstrates key competencies to include:
  • Managing Complexity
  • Driving Results
  • Ensuring Accountability

Your Team

This is an individual contributor role that will report to the Senior Director, Tax Strategy & Analytics. You will have 1 peer teammate and will collaborate with cross functional departments on a regular basis.

Your Work Location

As our Senior Manager, Tax Operations, you will have the option of working remotely – OR - in our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, MD. Less than 15 miles from Washington, DC, we’re located one block away from the North Bethesda Metro station, with service on the Red Line and the MARC Brunswick line, easy access to I-270, and plenty of free parking provided by Choice Hotels.

Remote-based associates, working from your home office will be required to connect virtually with Choice team members and leadership on video via Zoom, with possible periodic travel in-person to our beautiful, state-of-the-art worldwide offices in North Bethesda, MD, Scottsdale, AZ, or St. Louis Park, MN.  

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $119,000 to $135,000 annually. In addition to the annual salary, this role is eligible for an annual bonus based on the terms of Choice's Management Incentive Plan (MIP).

The pay range listed is for this position and is what Choice Hotels reasonably expects to pay. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

Choice prioritizes our associate wellbeing by offering a comprehensive benefits program that is both competitive and flexible to help you achieve your wellbeing goals - here are just a few:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Leave and paid time-off for holidays, vacation, personal, family, volunteer, sick, jury duty, bereavement, military, and religious observance
• Financial benefits for retirement and health savings
• Employee recognition programs
• Discounts at Choice hotels worldwide

About Choice

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. With nearly 7,500 hotels, representing nearly 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories, with a range of high-quality lodging options from limited service to full-service hotels in the upper upscale, upper mid-scale, midscale, extended-stay, and economy segments. We’re the hotel company for those who choose to bet on themselves – the underdog, the dreamer, the entrepreneur – because that’s who we are, too.

At Choice, we are united by the simple belief that tomorrow will be even better than today – for associates, our company, and our franchisees. At our worldwide corporate headquarters in North Bethesda, MD and St. Louis Park, MN as well as our technology center in Scottsdale, AZ, and through our associates around the globe, every voice is heard, and every idea is listened to, no matter what area of the company they come from. We are united in supporting the entrepreneurial dreams of our more than 18,000 franchise owners, which propels us forward – giving our work at Choice a purpose larger than our business.

About Choice Hotels Financial Performance  

Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) for second quarter 2024 grew to a quarterly record of $161.7 million, a 6% increase compared to the same period of 2023. Please click here to review to review the details.

*** PLEASE NOTE: This role is not eligible for sponsorship ***

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity.