Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The Director of Tax leads the tax department in collaboration with the CFO to maximize the effectiveness of Pyrotek’s domestic and international tax functions. The Director of Tax develops tax strategies that align with business objectives/operations, tax minimization to increase cash flow, tax automation and appropriate use of artificial intelligence. Leads tax efforts, including due diligence and structuring related to mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, while improving all aspects of corporate tax operations. Provides mentorship to the local tax department team and monitors performance to ensure optimum outcomes.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities*

This position is seated in our beautiful downtown Spokane headquarters. 

* For a full position description, see job description attached to this post 

• Actively lead initiatives to improve global tax compliance and related processes by promoting consistency and efficiency. Final review of US tax and deliverables may include, but not limited to:
  • Consolidated Corporate Returns
  • Reporting related to foreign operations (e.g., Forms 5471, 8858, 1118)
  • State income/franchise returns, annual reports, and secretary of state filings
  • Team member benefit plan returns
  • Property tax returns, unclaimed property returns, Census and other informational returns
  • Quarterly estimated tax payments and required annual extension requests
  • Correspondence with federal and state agencies as required
  • Quarterly and Annual Last In, First Out (LIFO) calculations
  • Annual and quarterly ASC 740 income tax provision, and related memos
  • Financial Interpretations No. 48 (FIN 48) evaluation and calculations
• Effectively assist in the development and/or management of BEPS reporting, work with other tax team members and/or outside CPA firms on various projects including R&D studies, transfer pricing studies, and cost segregation studies to ensure accuracy and alignment with strategic goals of the business
• Develop and execute tax strategies for mergers, acquisitions and divestitures which ensure tax minimization.  
• Supervise, coach support, train and develop personnel in assigned area; resolve personnel issues, redirecting complex issues to management and HR in a timely manner; directly manage team members, including assigning and reviewing work, evaluating performance/compensation, resolving grievances, administering disciplinary action, interviewing employment candidates, and effectively recommending hires and terminations in a timely manner.
• Foster attitudes, conditions and environments that guide your team toward excellence while acting with integrity and ethics aligned with Pyrotek core values.  Create a work environment that helps foster tolerance, acceptance and civility and the ability and desire of team members to act in empowered ways.  
• Evaluate the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and projects/plans.  

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting or related field required, Master’s Degree in Taxation preferred, with a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive experience in accounting and tax, in a top 10 accounting firm or a multi-national entity (public or private); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preparation and review of US corporate tax filings in an international and multi-state environment and Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 740 experience required.
• Supervisory, leadership, management experience and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required. Experience with Individual, Estate and Gift tax rules and filings a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Accounting/Tax. Advanced knowledge of accounting and tax principles to facilitate training and supervision of others, perform final technical review of the work performed to assist in the timely and accurate completion of related accounting and tax deliverables.
• Tax Laws and Regulations. Advanced knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws, including but not limited to appropriate identification, allocation between baskets, calculation, and use of Foreign Tax Credits (FTC’s), Research and Development (R&D) and cost segregation studies, and compliance with evolving tax regulations including but not limited to foreign exchange gains (losses) on cash reparations. Working knowledge of Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) initiatives more fully outlined in Pillar One and Pillar Two. Working knowledge of Individual, Estate and Gift tax rules and filings.   
• Strategic Tax Planning. Advanced ability to develop and execute tax strategies related to mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and tax minimization that aligns with business needs.  
• Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization and across the globe. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty. Displays humility and adaptability.   Entrepreneurial attitude toward work center excellence.
• Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions.   Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar. 
• Strategic Change Agent.  Courage to make and encourage others to make difficult decisions.  Ability to foster commitment to the shared mission and vision of Pyrotek and actively lead in development/execution of strategic goals and objectives related to assigned responsibility.
• Leadership Skills.  Build a culture of tolerance, acceptance, and civility by setting an example to team members.  Ability to coach and motivate team members in planning, strategy, decision-making, teamwork, and process improvement.  Ability to effectively manage team projects to completion according to schedule.  Ability to provide regular performance feedback and to write annual performance reviews.  Ability to develop team member skills and encourage growth, and to foster quality focus including improving product development processes and procedures.
• Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient MS Office computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Sharepoint.
• Analytical Skills.  Ability to use information/data and various metrics to develop an informed and factual business case.  Strong financial analytical capabilities for developing profitable product strategies. 
• Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment.  Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills.  Highly organized, detail oriented and self-disciplined.
• Professional Investment. Demonstrated commitment to personal professional development and life-long learning.  Proactively involved with professional and community organizations that promote professional growth and/or enhance Pyrotek’s ability to meet and/or exceed goals and objectives.  Demonstrated passion for developing others.
• Flexibility/Travel. Exhibit flexibility in work schedule to perform beyond a normal workday. Ability to travel by land and air, both domestic and international, up to 10%.  A valid driver’s license and US passport, or ability to obtain.

Physical/Sensory Requirements
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, team member generally will work in an office environment. Ability to travel by land or air up to 10%, both domestic and international.

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The minimum and maximum hourly range for this full-time position is $180,904 - $271,356 + benefits.   Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.  Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits. 

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$180,904 - $271,356 / year

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