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Tax Director Corporate Accounting in Memphis, TN

Tax Director Job Description

Tax directors must be highly motivated and take the initiative to stay up-to-date with industry and government regulations through continuing education and subscriptions to professional journals. Tax director positions usually require a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a CPA. An MBA or a master’s degree in taxation also is preferred. Candidates should have at least seven years of experience, as well as polished negotiation, communication and analytical skills.

Typical tax director duties:

Reviewing various corporate tax returns and year-end tax accruals; estimating income taxesConducting research and planning according to current tax laws, and advising senior management on the tax impact of current and proposed company activities and transactionsIdentifying ways to minimize the organization’s tax liability each year in accordance with current tax lawsRepresenting the company on tax audits conducted by outside regulatory agenciesFacilitating communication with appropriate government agencies and in-house counsel related to tax mattersOverseeing reporting and payment of all local, state and federal taxesHiring, training and retaining tax staff

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Salary for Tax Director Corporate Accounting in Memphis, TN
131280 - 204720
25th percentile
131280
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
163680
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
204720
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
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