VP Tax

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

Our Vice President of Tax is responsible for the global tax function for Generac, including: International, federal, state and local income tax compliance, as well as US indirect and property tax compliance; accounting for income taxes; global tax planning. Leading M&A due diligence, tax structuring and related work. Building, managing and developing professional tax staff. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally across the business and primarily work closely with Corporate Development to identify and execute strategies to lower the Company’s effective tax rate and cash tax payments.

Major Responsibilities

- Manage completion of federal, state and international income tax returns, including all related analysis and support;

- Responsible for accounting for income taxes (ASC 740) in the US and international subsidiaries, including FIN 48 and other valuation allowance reserve

- Optimize the Company’s effective tax rate; including R&D tax;

- Lead, develop, and implement US & International tax planning projects, including those related to legal entity reorganizations & structuring, US tax reform, operational initiatives, global operating model considerations, transfer pricing, and financing, etc.;

- Evaluate and manage the impact of US Tax Reform;

- Assist with M&A due diligence, tax structuring and integration;

- Manage calculations of tax attributes and other items related to foreign corporations;

- Oversee sales & use and property tax functions;

- Direct audit defense of international, federal and state income tax filings, as well as state & local sales & use tax filings;

- Administer transfer pricing, management fee and royalty arrangements;

- Supervise, mentor and coach professional staff;

- Liaison with management and Accounting staff on tax related issues; Work cross-functionally with all levels of management across the Company;

- Ensure that appropriate internal controls/SOX compliance are in place over accounting for income taxes;

- Manage/minimize cash tax payments;

- Designs and directs the work of the functional area. Selects, coaches and develops the team, setting objectives that align with company strategy to inspire and motivate the team. Manages organizational talent through performance management, succession planning and development. Designs and directs processes by which team and individual performance are recognized, feedback is consistently delivered and performance is systematically improved

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/tax;

Work Experience

- Minimum 15 years of related experience in a senior corporate tax role

- Multi-faceted experience with international tax planning, compliance and defense in a global manufacturing environment;

- Demonstrated hands-on approach and success in working in a cross-functional, team-based environment.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code;

- Working knowledge of international tax matters;

- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley;

- Income tax compliance, planning and defense.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

- Master’s degree / J.D. in business taxation

Certification / License

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA);

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Office Environment (Includes field sales):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

(If travel percentage is required beyond occasional or is a regular part of the job, include “Up to x% travel and valid Driver’s License required.”) Physical Demands

: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”