Director, Tax

Gainwell Technologies

. Lead the department responsible for federal, state, local and international tax compliance and tax planning .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLead💰 $130,600 - $186,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in federal, state, local, and international tax compliance and planning, with a strong focus on tax accounting and M&A transactions. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex tax audits, and communicate effectively with senior management and cross-functional departments.

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Juris DoctorCPA15+ Years Tax ExperienceExpert Knowledge of Tax Accounting ASC 740M&A Transaction Leadership

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax PlanningTax Audit ManagementCorporate Income Tax ReturnsIndirect TaxesTransaction StructuringDue DiligencePost-Acquisition IntegrationTax Efficiency StrategiesTax Provisions in Contracts

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceCommunication SkillsRelationship ManagementLeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris DoctorCPA

Industry Keywords

Federal TaxState TaxLocal TaxInternational TaxSales and Use TaxCorporate InitiativesTax AccountingBig Four Accounting FirmLegal ComplianceTax Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the department responsible for federal, state, local and international tax compliance and tax planning
Lead tax accounting, tax compliance, tax planning and tax audit functions for the company and its domestic and foreign subsidiaries
Assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments on tax compliance and planning
Oversee timely and accurate preparation of corporate income tax returns
Oversee tax aspects of external financial reporting, including quarterly and annual effective tax rate computation, and collaborate with external auditors
Manage and resolve federal, state and local corporate income tax audits, as well as sales and use tax audits
Structure and negotiate tax aspects of acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures
Recommend and implement internal restructurings to promote tax efficiencies
Advise on indirect taxes, including sales and use taxes
Manage relationships with outside accounting and law firm advisors
Partner with in-house and outside counsel on tax provisions in contracts and legal documents
Develop and deliver presentations to senior management on tax results and business risks and opportunities
Establish strong working relationships with departments across the company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor or CPA required
15+ years of tax experience, preferably in both industry and with an international law firm or Big Four accounting firm
10+ years of experience as a people manager
At least 5+ years as a leader of leaders
Strong background in federal, state, local and international taxation
Extensive experience leading M&A transactions, including transaction structuring, due diligence, drafting transaction documents and post-acquisition integration
Proven ability to lead tax support of corporate initiatives from inception, planning and approval through execution
Hands-on approach to all aspects of the tax function, with ability to delegate and guide others
Ability to build and maintain cross-functional relationships with Legal, Corporate Accounting, Treasury, Human Resources and business operating units
Strong executive presence and communication skills; ability to explain complex tax rules and structures to non-tax professionals
Experience with strategic organizational and talent planning and development
Expert knowledge of tax accounting ASC 740
Experience filing a US consolidated federal tax return for a global company

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work
Annual travel possible
Flexible vacation policy
401(k) employer match
Comprehensive health benefits
Educational assistance
Leadership and technical development academies
Learning and career development opportunities