Global Tax Operations Manager

Worthington Industries has an exciting future ahead! In 2024

the company will be splitting into two great companies

both operating as they do today with a people-first philosophy. This also means there are some exciting career opportunities on the horizon. We are adding a Global Tax Operations Manager to our Worthington Steel business. Apply today if interested.

The Worthington Steel team is seeking a Global Tax Operations Manager to be a key contributor to what will be a newly formed internal tax team as the company builds the foundation for its tax policy and processes. This person will play an important role ensuring day to day tax department operations run smoothly. We seek a smart

innovative

and driven tax professional with a solid understanding of ASC740 and US tax laws

strong task management skills

and a passion for process optimization to serve this very important role. Candidates should have experience leading teams to successfully meet deadlines and implementing tax technology and processes. If you have a passion for what you do

how you do it

and want to inspire others then this role is for you.

This position will be responsible for the direct tax operations for Worthington Steel which will include the US tax compliance and global tax provision. The successful candidate will have excellent task management skills

strong interpersonal competency

and a deep passion for the overall tax process. The role will be supported by tax analysts

the Global Tax Technical Senior Manager

and cross-functional business partners.

Tax Accounting

• Prepares

  manages and/or reviews calculations for all aspects of ASC740

  including calculating the effective tax rate

  current and deferred tax provisions

  taxes payable

  and return to provision adjustments.

• Coordinates the preparation

  timely receipt

  and review of ASC 740 tax data for US provision.

• Collaborates with the Company’s SEC reporting team and manages the preparation of the tax disclosures in accordance with ASC740.
• Reviews tax account reporting to determine accuracy and works with cross-functional personnel to resolve issues identified.
• Ensures compliance with internal controls

  policies and procedures.

• Assists with other ASC 740 projects as needed during the quarterly/annual closing process.

Tax Planning

• Keeps up-to-date on latest trends and legislation to immediately assess impacts to tax provision and compliance processes.
• Contributes to deployment of tax planning initiatives and transactions.
• Partners with Global Tax Technical Senior Manger on tax planning projects and M&A transactions to ensure proper integration into the tax department processes.
• Supports and assists with various ad hoc requests.

Tax Compliance

• Coordinates and manages the preparation of all U.S. Federal and State income tax returns and ensures accurate and timely reporting.
• Reviews federal and state income tax returns

  extension requests

  and estimated tax payments

  and supporting workpapers.

• Identifies and determines US filing requirements for the Company’s businesses on an annual basis.
• Analyzes tax consequences of various book / tax differences and tax topics

  including accounting methods

  fixed assets

  stock compensation

  and tax credits.

• Manages federal and state income tax credit initiatives reporting requirements.

Innovation

and Leadership

• Identifies ways to leverage technology to continuously improve process to collect and analyze data

  including automation

  simplification

  and process rationalization associated with income tax compliance and reporting.

• Leads the interactions with multiple departments to coordinate information needed to prepare the Company’s tax provision and tax compliance.
• Inspires

  coaches and mentors tax staff to promote their professional development.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

  Business or related field.

• CPA or Masters in Accounting or Tax.
• 9+ years of overall tax experience in a corporate in-house environment and/or public accounting firm with 5+ years experience preparing ASC740 tax provisions.
• High level of attention to detail

  extremely well organized

  and able to manage multiple work requirements to meet reporting deadlines.

• Strong technology skills including Excel

  ERP systems

  and OneSource Tax Provision.

• Working knowledge and familiarity with C-Corp

  LLC

  and partnership tax filings.

• Intermediate understanding of US GAAP

  ASC740

  and US federal and multi-state tax laws.

• Passion and experience identifying and implementing process improvements and proficiency in technology and automation tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people and processes to meet deadlines.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders (legal

  accounting

  treasury

  etc.).

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required

  with the ability to plan and execute at strategic and tactical levels.

• Willingness to participate in multiple areas of tax.

This position will be hybrid (60% in office) and have minimal travel (5%).

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in

but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align

we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Industries we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

About Us

Worthington Industries (NYSE:WOR) is a leading global industrial manufacturing company delivering innovative solutions to customers that span many industries including transportation

construction

industrial

agriculture

retail and energy. Worthington is North America’s premier value-added steel processor and producer of laser welded products; and a leading global supplier of pressure cylinders and accessories for applications such as fuel storage

water systems

outdoor living

tools and celebrations. The Company’s brands

primarily sold in retail stores

include Coleman®

Bernzomatic®

Balloon Time®

Mag Torch® and Well-X-Trol®. Worthington’s WAVE joint venture with Armstrong is the North American leader in innovative ceiling solutions.

Headquartered in Columbus

Ohio

and founded in 1955

the Company follows a people-first philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Relentlessly finding new ways to drive progress and practicing a shared commitment to transformation

Worthington makes better solutions possible for customers

employees

shareholders and communities.
Worthington Industries Inc.

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