Vice President of Tax

Company: World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
Location: Stamford
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

WWE is seeking a Vice President of Tax with the experience and vision to build and lead a strong in-house tax team. We are looking for a leader who can successfully own WWE's tax strategy, planning and compliance, transitioning the function in house from a fully outsourced model. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented and organized, with good business judgment and strong communication & leadership skills. The Vice President of Tax reports to the SVP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer.
Vice President of Tax Responsibilities:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Drive and implement best practices in the global tax function to support WWE's continued growth and expansion
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Build an in-house corporate tax team and lead an organized transition from the current outsourced model.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Develop and retain the in-house team to develop strong processes and controls.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Continue to develop and implement the organization's tax strategy and policy, and to direct the overall planning and compliance function for federal, state, local, and international tax laws.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Oversee the quarterly and year-end tax provision and related tax accounts.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Provide due diligence and structural advice on a variety of transactions.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and SEC requirements by studying regulations; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions and communicating with outside advisors to ensure timely tax and SEC reporting requirements.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Oversee transfer pricing studies for cross-border transactions.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Oversee cash tax forecasts for corporate budgeting and forecasting.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Oversee the federal/state/international income/franchise and non-income tax audits.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Manage and conduct tax research from sources such as the Internal Revenue Code and Regulations, reputable tax research organizations and/or external counsel.
Requirements For Role:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Minimum 15+ years of U.S. federal, state and international corporate tax experience, either in-house with publicly traded U.S. multinational corporation(s) or in public accounting, preferably Big Four, or a combination.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Thorough knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements and the ability to manage multiple large, time sensitive projects.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Strong knowledge of current tax rules, U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Broad understanding of U.S. corporate tax law with ability to develop tax strategy globally.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Demonstrated ability to handle a broad range of tax matters arising in diverse jurisdictions.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills including confidence in making presentations to senior management, executive leadership, and audit committee.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Strong tax controversy experience is important in this role.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Demonstrated ability to meet stringent deadlines and work under stressful situations.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Bachelor's degree in tax or equivalent; CPA, Masters in tax or J.D. in tax desired.
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