VP of Tax Planning

Description Robert Half Finance and Accounting has teamed up with a Fortune 250 Company to assist in the recruitment of a Tax Director. The role requires CPA, Big 4 tax experience and broad exposure to both federal and state tax. To be considered for this job you can call Chris Willhite at 972-789-9590 or you can contact Chris Willhite directly on LinkedIn or send a message (email address is on LinkedIn profile)Job Description The Tax Director is responsible for the complete income tax cycle for the US operations of a Fortune 250 Company. These responsibilities include forecasting the effective tax rate, reviewing the quarterly tax provision, oversight of the federal and state income tax compliance, research and planning, and audit defense. The position has significant interaction with the all finance groups for the Company. This position will directly manage a team. This position is responsible for supporting the complete tax cycle of the parent company and subsidiaries with primary responsibilities for a large subsidiary in Dallas. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Tax Forecasting: Forecast the effective and cash tax rates for planning and quarterly reporting. Provide financial analysis to support tax planning initiatives and projects. Consult with tax planning staff to forecast the impact of proposed transactions. Tax Accounting: Review ASC 740 calculation. Coordinate quarterly review by the independent accounting firm (as needed). Verify tax accounting accuracy and maintain policies and procedures. Work with the planning group to properly report transactions. Research and Planning: Identify and support initiatives to deliver the lowest sustainable effective tax rate. Identify and support projects which will reduce the current cash tax rate. Represent the Tax Department with the business units, aligning tax department resources to resolving issues as well as suggest tax efficient alternatives. Provide local tax support to the Corporate Office (located outside Dallas) Communicate relevant tax data to facilitate planning efforts. Management: Develop, lead, recruit and retain direct reports. Provide the foundation for successful tax accounting reporting by cultivating a high level of tax accounting expertise and a deep knowledge of the business. Foster an environment of trust and inclusion. Ensure that direct reports are exposed to career development opportunities. Develop strong relationships with business partners. Participate in external tax professional groups and organizations. Maintain a focus on continuing to develop technical tax expertise. Tax Specialty Breakdown: Federal - 50% State and Local - 50% Estimated Specific Responsibility Breakdown: Tax return review - 35% Research, planning and business support - 25% FAS109 and ASC 740/Forecasting - 20% Audit Defense - 20% To be considered for this job you can call Chris Willhite at 972-789-9590 or you can contact Chris Willhite directly on LinkedIn or send a message (email address is on LinkedIn profile) Requirements u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced qualifications such as CPA or MST are a plus. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-02-23