Director - Tax Planning and Controversy

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

The Director - Tax Planning and Controversy plays a significant leadership role in global tax planning initiatives for the Ferguson tax team. This role will report to the Senior Director of Tax Planning.

Location:

This role is located out of Ferguson's corporate offices in Newport News, VA on a hybrid schedule. Consideration will be given for candidates in a reasonable driving distance to Ferguson Corporate for the ability to work partly remote and visit HQ on a regularly basis.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies global, federal and state tax planning opportunities and is responsible for leading planning initiatives including merger and acquisition activities, restructuring, transfer pricing analyses, management cost allocation studies, and other projects.  Provides leadership and guidance to Tax Manager and Tax Analysts supporting these initiatives.

• Proactively engage with Ferguson’s business partners to support their tax needs and become a trusted resource for the business leaders.

• Leads special projects and supports tax aspects of corporate wide initiatives.

• Leads the activities of external service providers

• Plays a leadership role in significant income tax audits and engages periodically in supporting indirect tax audits.  Interacts with tax authorities on behalf of the company. 

• Ensures that reporting and compliance impacts of planning initiatives are well communicated and reflected in Ferguson’s tax reporting and compliance and any SOX requirements related to projects and planning are properly executed.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws affecting the company, use knowledge of these laws to identify risks and opportunities and updates relevant stakeholders as appropriate  

Qualifications:

• 10+ years accounting firm and corporate tax experience. Exposure to international and US state planning a plus.

• 2+ years tax planning and controversy experience

• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations and accounting principles.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact as a proactive strategic business partner.

• Great teammate with the ability to work with remote team members and support cross functional goals.

• Strong business acumen and analytical skills

• Proficient with technology commonly employed by finance and tax departments

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field, Master’s in Taxation or CPA preferred.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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