Managing Director, Tax Compliance and Audit

This position is responsible for the centralized strategic direction and oversight of the Tax Compliance & Audit ("TCA") team implementing the organization's tax strategy to optimize the amount of tax the company pays and ensure it complies with all relevant U.S. and state income tax laws and regulations. The Managing Director will lead the Company's U.S. direct tax compliance processes including managing associated audits undertaken by various tax authorities.

Essential Functions

• Management of the annual income tax return compliance process and related audits, including detailed review of U.S. Federal and state returns, including U. S. reporting of foreign operations.
• Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop a team of tax professionals to ensure the organization's tax strategy is implemented accurately and consistently and in compliance with all relevant regulations, laws and standards. Build a culture of continuous process improvement.
• Develop and manage the TCA budget. Ensure compliance and address variances and other budget concerns.
• Oversee all TCA human resource management functions including hirings, terminations, coaching, skills development, recognition and rewards, performance management and staff productivity.
• Manage the implementation and execution of certain outsource/co-sourcing service provider agreements.
• Build strategic relationships both within and outside of the tax department.
• Administer cross-functional projects that span multiple departments and functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting required, Master of Taxation preferred

Minimum Experience

Eight (8) years of large U.S. corporate income tax experience (Federal, state, international). CPA certification preferred,

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong software skills, including use of Microsoft Office software and web-based applications.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to explain complex information and to communicate with all levels of management and external vendors.

Exceptional presentation skills necessary to facilitate training and/or deliver informational sessions to groups and/or individuals.

Demonstrated drive for achieving results.

Time management and organizational skills necessary to manage multiple projects, appropriately prioritize workload, plan for resources to meet deadlines and goals, and respond to day-to-day functional needs.

Ability to anticipate and identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective and efficient solutions.

Ability to inspire a shared vision and empower and motivate a team.

Ability to build collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers and meet time sensitive deadlines.

Job Conditions

Minimal travel required

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Additional Details: The desired location for this position would be Collierville, TN.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.

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