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Director Federal & State Tax

GeneracWorkdayWaukesha, WI - USA
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The Posting

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Director Tax is responsible for managing the company’s U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, planning, and accounting activities. This role ensures accurate and timely tax reporting, supports tax provision processes, oversees audits, and partners cross-functionally to optimize the company’s tax position. This position will lead a small team including managing relationship with outsourced service provider.

Major Responsibilities

Income Tax Compliance

Oversight of the preparation and filing of U.S. federal, state, and local income tax returns for multiple legal entities, including consolidated and unitary filings

Tracking and utilization of tax attributes (NOLs, credits, carryforwards). · Manage external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings

Monitor compliance requirements related to manufacturing-specific incentives and credits.

Tax Provision & Accounting (ASC 740)

Assist with quarterly and annual income tax provision process, including current, deferred, and uncertain tax positions.

Review effective tax rate analyses and related disclosures for financial statements.

Ensure accurate recording of income tax entries in the general ledger.

Support external and internal audits by providing documentation and explanations related to income taxes.

Tax Planning & Strategy ·

Identify and implement tax planning opportunities related to manufacturing operations, capital investments, supply chain structure, and intercompany transactions.

Analyze the tax impact of business initiatives such as plant expansions, restructuring, and mergers or acquisitions.

Evaluate state income tax nexus, apportionment, and filing positions resulting from operational changes.

Audit & Risk Management

Manage federal and state income tax audits, including responses to information requests and coordination with tax authorities.

Research tax law changes and assess impacts on the company’s operations and financial reporting.

Assist with development and maintenance of tax controls and documentation in support of SOX compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with accounting, finance, operations, and legal teams to support accurate tax reporting and planning.

  • Provide guidance on tax implications of manufacturing activities such as inventory capitalization, R&D credits, cost accounting changes, and fixed asset investments.

Process Improvement & Leadership

Drive process improvements and automation within tax compliance and provision workflows. · Mentor and develop tax staff.

Support development of tax policies, procedures, and internal documentation.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: ·

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance

Certification / License

CPA license or other certification is a plus

Work Experience

8 years of progressive experience in federal and state income taxation, including public accounting and/or corporate tax.

Experience with consolidated and unitary state filings

Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

ASC 740 reporting ability · Project management skills

Project management skills

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Master’s in Tax or Juris Doctorate

Certification / License

Certified Public Accountant or other certification

Work Experience

Understanding manufacturing related tax credits and incentives (e.g., R&D, energy, capital investment incentives).

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills · Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

Facts

Source
Workday
External id
JR16791
Location
Waukesha, WI - USA, United States
Remote
Not stated
Employment
Full time
Posted
23 Sep 2026
First seen
24 Oct 2026, 15:32
Last seen
1 Nov 2026, 15:17
Status
Not yet added
Posting id
c792a17b-6e21-51dc-ae66-1f0896799a37