Tax Manager

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing. "DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC “The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture \& Engineering \| NVIDIA

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence.

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management.

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage.

We are currently seeking a Tax Senior/Tax Manager.

Reporting to Sr. Tax manager, this role is responsible for preparing and managing U.S. federal, state, and international tax compliance activities for a multi-national C Corporation. Compliance includes Federal, foreign, state and local, sales and use, and property taxes. Additional responsibilities include tax provision, research, management of ERP tax functionality, and the ability to work independently to obtain supporting documentation. This role will require a self-motivated, collaborative individual with the ability to think strategically and still handle tactical issues as they arise while in-sourcing tax matters. The candidate will also prepare various analyses to support external audit and reporting requirements and other ad hoc management reporting/projects.

Responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Prepare quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments.
• Prepare of federal and state income tax return work-papers for C corporations.
• Assist with preparing ASC 740 tax provision (quarterly and year-end) and related footnote disclosures.
• Review sales and use tax returns monthly/quarterly.
• Hande other indirect taxes such as property yax and franchise tax.
• Assist with tax audits and inquiries from various tax authorities and respond to notices.
• Assist with tax planning and special projects.
• Ensure ERP works correctly as pertaining to essential tax functions (sales/use taxes, etc).
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other departments
• Research Federal, State and local income tax, as well as sales \& property tax issues.
• Be responsive to request for assistance.
• Proactively partner with other departments and team members to promptly resolve issues.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Accounting or business-related field, MBT preferred.
• CPA license is preferred.
• 7\+ years’ experience in positions of increasing responsibility.
• Previous private industry tax experience preferred as well as public accounting experience.
• Experience automated financial reporting environments.
• Excellent written and verbal skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Self-motivated, positive and energetic.
• Experience in manufacturing a plus
• Ability to present information in a conceptual and persuasive manner.
• Individual with the ability to think independently.
• Ability to take a “hands-on” approach to problem solving.
• Excellent analytical skills is a must.
• Advanced Excel User

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives.Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable.Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful.Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively. DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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