International Tax Strategy Leader

3 weeks ago

Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom oilandgas Full time
Company Overview

Oceaneering is a worldwide leader in providing engineered services and products, primarily catering to the offshore energy sector. Our expertise spans the entire lifecycle of offshore oilfields, from exploration to decommissioning. We operate the most advanced fleet of work-class ROVs and are recognized for our leadership in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. Our applied technology capabilities also extend to the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Position Overview

The Global Tax Director is tasked with overseeing and directing the international tax strategy and compliance for our global operations. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Tax, this role includes six direct reports managing various jurisdictions across their assigned regions. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with robust leadership skills and a comprehensive understanding of international tax regulations and their implications. This position will focus on U.S. international income tax accounting, compliance, and planning, while also leading tax accounting, compliance, controversy, and planning for non-U.S. jurisdictions. The role will comprise 40% international tax accounting for SEC reporting and statutory financial statements, 40% tax research, planning, transfer pricing, and intercompany transactions, and 20% tax controversy.

Work Environment
  • This role offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for both virtual and in-office work.
  • Expected travel is approximately 25%, occurring quarterly on both domestic and international trips.
Primary Duties
  • Formulate and execute global tax strategies to enhance the company's tax position while ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
  • Provide strategic tax counsel and insights to senior management and stakeholders regarding international business initiatives, including market expansions, mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring efforts.
  • Oversee international tax compliance, including the preparation and review of tax returns, transfer pricing documentation, and other compliance obligations.
  • Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals across various regions, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  • Stay informed on developments in international tax laws and regulations, evaluating their impact on the company's tax strategy.
  • Coordinate with external advisors and tax authorities on international tax issues, audits, and disputes.
  • Collaborate with finance, legal, commercial, operations, supply chain, and other departments to support global business initiatives and transactions from a tax perspective.
  • Monitor and manage tax risks associated with international operations, implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.
  • Review U.S. international quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations.
  • Review non-U.S. quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations.
  • Communicate potential international tax risks and uncertainties to the Director of U.S. & Global Consolidation.
  • Establish and maintain operational controls for U.S. international and non-U.S. tax provision and compliance processes.
  • Understand U.S. international tax calculations (e.g., Subpart F, FTC, GILTI, etc.) and ensure proper recording of impacts in interim and year-end tax provisions.
  • Maintain optimal transfer pricing policies that reflect the evolution of U.S. and foreign business operations, partnering with the Finance & Accounting team to ensure accurate accounting of intercompany transactions.
  • Oversee the overall tax process for each global tax manager and their respective jurisdictions.
  • Direct transfer pricing planning, including OECD BEPS and CbCR initiatives.
Qualifications

Essential
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
  • CPA or equivalent professional certification.
  • Extensive progressive experience in international tax within a multinational corporation or public accounting firm.
  • Strong technical expertise in international tax principles, including transfer pricing, tax treaties, and cross-border transactions.
  • Experience with OECD initiatives, including BEPS and Pillar 1 & Pillar 2.
  • Familiarity with U.S. SEC reporting and SOX compliance.
  • Experience managing a team of tax professionals across different regions or countries.
  • Proficient in MS Office and a working knowledge of ONESOURCE Tax Provision.
Preferred
  • Master's degree and/or JD or LLM with a focus on taxation.
  • Background in public accounting, corporate tax, or a combination of both within the Energy sector.
  • Prior experience with a large-scale global organization.
  • Experience with indirect tax, including VAT/GST.
  • Working knowledge of PeopleSoft.
Skills and Attributes
  • Proven ability to develop and implement tax strategies that align with business objectives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior executives and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, global environment and manage multiple priorities efficiently.
  • Capacity to foster an inclusive culture that promotes equity, encourages authentic connections, and ensures all team members' voices are valued.
  • Identify, lead, and drive improvements in data and technology, processes, and best practices.
  • Train, develop, coach, and mentor tax professionals to excel in their roles while providing growth opportunities.
  • Collaborate effectively with global tax team members and other functions and operations.
  • Engage in special projects with tax team members and the broader Oceaneering organization.
Closing Statement
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for advancement within an international company. To apply, please follow the application process outlined.

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