Senior Director of Tax Reporting - UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
Lowell, MA
About the Job
Company Overview
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
Senior Director, Global Tax Accounting and US Reporting
This role reports to the VP, Global Tax and Treasury and is responsible for global tax accounting and reporting. In addition to strong technical expertise, the successful candidate will build, lead and mentor a team and interface with Accounting and the broader Finance team, as well as work closely with external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
• Tax Accounting – lead and mentor the tax team in completing the global ASC 740 tax provision process from planning and forecasting through to calculations, recording, and reporting; drive continuous process improvements to streamline the global accounting process; oversee controls; and ensure processes, documentation and related systems are in compliance with policies and best practices.
• Tax Reporting – manage the team to deliver all income tax reporting including federal, state, and US international tax returns; partner with internal and external stakeholders to improve standardization and automation in the US income tax compliance process; and enhance documentation and drive collaboration between the tax accounting and tax reporting processes.
• Value-add strategic projects – collaborate with other tax department team members, Finance and non-Finance leaders, to lead and manage delivery of value-add strategic projects.
• Systems and automation – lead tax team’s efforts on enterprise-wide systems projects that drive a tighter end to end connection with the tax accounting and income tax reporting processes and the adoption of tax technology tools including OTP, PowerBI, Alteryx, etc.
Additionally, the candidate will have a significant role in:
• Stakeholder management – drive relationships with stakeholders including business partners, FP&A, Technical Accounting, Treasury, and external parties including financial statement auditors.
• People leadership – develop and lead the team, including mentoring, training and development of technical and finance skills, setting strategy and monitoring progress towards goals.
Skills and experience:
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with the preparation and review of US GAAP income tax provisions including ASC740, accounting for uncertain tax positions, and accounting for the tax impacts of M&A.
• Monitoring and analyzing tax regulatory and compliance developments, accounting pronouncements, and tax law changes in order to assess the implications for the Company.
• Strong experience with OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) and OneSource Income Tax (OIT) preferred.
• A proven track record in process improvements, automation, and ERP system conversions preferred.
• Experience managing corporate income tax compliance for multi-national and multi-state filings.
• Demonstrated success building, developing and leading a high performing team.
Basic Qualifications:
At least 12 years of tax accounting experience
8 years of management experience
Where we’re going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster and its supplement.
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here.
Disability Accommodation
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.
The pay range for this position is $196k to $250k, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https:www.ukg.com/careers
It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
Senior Director, Global Tax Accounting and US Reporting
This role reports to the VP, Global Tax and Treasury and is responsible for global tax accounting and reporting. In addition to strong technical expertise, the successful candidate will build, lead and mentor a team and interface with Accounting and the broader Finance team, as well as work closely with external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
• Tax Accounting – lead and mentor the tax team in completing the global ASC 740 tax provision process from planning and forecasting through to calculations, recording, and reporting; drive continuous process improvements to streamline the global accounting process; oversee controls; and ensure processes, documentation and related systems are in compliance with policies and best practices.
• Tax Reporting – manage the team to deliver all income tax reporting including federal, state, and US international tax returns; partner with internal and external stakeholders to improve standardization and automation in the US income tax compliance process; and enhance documentation and drive collaboration between the tax accounting and tax reporting processes.
• Value-add strategic projects – collaborate with other tax department team members, Finance and non-Finance leaders, to lead and manage delivery of value-add strategic projects.
• Systems and automation – lead tax team’s efforts on enterprise-wide systems projects that drive a tighter end to end connection with the tax accounting and income tax reporting processes and the adoption of tax technology tools including OTP, PowerBI, Alteryx, etc.
Additionally, the candidate will have a significant role in:
• Stakeholder management – drive relationships with stakeholders including business partners, FP&A, Technical Accounting, Treasury, and external parties including financial statement auditors.
• People leadership – develop and lead the team, including mentoring, training and development of technical and finance skills, setting strategy and monitoring progress towards goals.
Skills and experience:
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with the preparation and review of US GAAP income tax provisions including ASC740, accounting for uncertain tax positions, and accounting for the tax impacts of M&A.
• Monitoring and analyzing tax regulatory and compliance developments, accounting pronouncements, and tax law changes in order to assess the implications for the Company.
• Strong experience with OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) and OneSource Income Tax (OIT) preferred.
• A proven track record in process improvements, automation, and ERP system conversions preferred.
• Experience managing corporate income tax compliance for multi-national and multi-state filings.
• Demonstrated success building, developing and leading a high performing team.
Basic Qualifications:
At least 12 years of tax accounting experience
8 years of management experience
Where we’re going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster and its supplement.
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here.
Disability Accommodation
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com.
The pay range for this position is $196k to $250k, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https:www.ukg.com/careers
It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.
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