The Federal Tax Director at Stellantis (FCA US LLC, formally known as Chrysler) will lead all federal tax matters, including strategic planning, compliance, and audit support. This role involves overseeing third-party managed services for federal tax return compliance. The role will be responsible for identifying, researching, and implementing federal tax savings and deferral opportunities, while proactively adapting to changing tax laws.
Strategic Tax Planning
Propose and manage tax planning projects including comprehensive research, review, implementation, and coordination of outside advisors and specialists.
Domestic (US) Tax Compliance
Oversee the filing of the US Federal Income Tax return for the US group leveraging outsourced third-party managed services arrangement.
Direct financial reporting activities including forecasting and actual reporting throughout the year adapting to dynamic changes. Collaborate with the Income Tax Accounting team to support tax positions and address inquiries from external auditors.
Tax Controversy for Federal and State Audits
Leads ongoing IRS examinations ensuring robust audit defense and compliance.
Other Key Responsibilities
Address and resolve business inquiries from various departments, including Accounting, Business Development, Compliance, Income Tax Accounting, Legal, R&D, Treasury, and others.
Lead legislative activity and perform analysis on tax matters, including potential upcoming tax reconciliation bill.
Support payroll tax reporting and compliance
Present detailed reports to senior leadership, including Global VP of Tax, Global CFO, Regional CFO and other key executives.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related
Strong background in Tax Compliance and Planning with a minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years of supervisory experience in income tax preparation with an emphasis on corporate income/franchise tax, in either a Fortune 100 manufacturing company or a national/regional public accounting firm.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong leadership and negotiation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA designation
MBA or Master's degree in Taxation
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
