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We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."
The role provides strategic leadership for tax-related matters within North America. The executive leader will oversee a complex tax landscape, ensuring compliance with intricate tax regulations while optimizing the company's tax position. Key responsibilities will include strategic tax planning, M&A tax due diligence, executive tax advisory, and leading a high-performing tax team. By fostering strong relationships with tax authorities and leveraging advanced technologies, you will drive significant value and mitigate tax risks for the organization. This role serves as the main point of contact for Rentokil Initial Group on US tax matters.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees the development and implementation of the company's global tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk mitigation.
Ensures strict adherence to complex federal, state, local, and international tax laws and regulations, mitigating potential legal and financial risks.
Proactively identifies and executes tax-efficient strategies to optimize the company's tax position, maximizing shareholder value.
Actively participates in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate transactions, providing strategic tax advice and managing tax-related risks.
Provides expert tax counsel to executive leadership on complex tax matters, including personal tax planning and compliance.
Cultivates strong relationships with external tax authorities, auditors, and legal advisors to effectively resolve tax issues and minimize disputes.
Leads and mentors a high-performing tax team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
Drives the adoption of advanced tax technologies and processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data-driven decision-making.
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates global tax risks, including transfer pricing, international tax, and indirect tax.
CANDIDATE SUMMARY
Required Experience
Minimum of 15 years of tax experience, preferably in a service industry.
Strategic knowledge of finance principles and practices
Knowledge of business strategy and operations
Skill and ability to operate and manage within a matrix organization
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills to analyze and interpret financial data and solve complex financial problems
Knowledge and skill to develop, implement and execute policies
Systemic problem-solving and decision-making skills
Influencing and persuasion skills
Project management knowledge and skills
Required Leadership Traits and Characteristics
Strategic Thinking: The ability to analyze complex tax issues, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop innovative tax strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of domestic and international tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards, including transfer pricing, indirect tax, and corporate tax.
Leadership: The ability to lead and inspire a high-performing tax team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate complex tax issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive leadership.
Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve complex tax issues, often under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations.
Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including tax authorities, auditors, and legal advisors.
Project Management: The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver results on time and within budget.
Formal Education, Qualifications or Training
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an Accounting Major is required.
MBP, CPA, and/or a law degree are desirable.
Why Choose Us?
A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
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Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility
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