Ketjen Corporation · 17 hours ago
Tax Director
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expKetjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. The Tax Director is responsible for leading the global tax function, including tax planning, compliance, and strategy, while also managing relationships with tax authorities and overseeing a team of tax professionals.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrial
Responsibilities
Responsible for total company tax planning and strategy, including both global direct and indirect tax
Provide support to the business related to the tax implications of strategic initiatives, projects, and other business matters
Partner with the CFO and other executives to provide strategic insights based on financial data, analysis, and tax requirements
Ensure compliance with all laws and requirements related to all tax matters for the company
Develop and maintain appropriate tax policies and governance framework documentation
Ensure technical knowledge within the tax team is maintained, and developments impacting the company (such as new regulatory requirements) are identified, analyzed, communicated, and proactively addressed
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with tax authorities, including Competent Authorities, National Tax Authorities, State and Local Tax Authorities
Lead a team of employees and manage the relationship with appropriate outside tax advisors for both direct and indirect tax
Attract, retain, and develop talent to deliver the strategy and support the business
Develop, maintain, and deliver on agreed KPIs
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of tax experience, preferably with a global manufacturing company
B.S. in Accounting/Finance (CPA or Master's Degree preferred)
Ability to maintain strong relationships with other members of the organization, including people from diverse cultural backgrounds
High integrity and attention to detail
Ability to manage projects across various sources and stakeholders
Strong background in managing integrated financial accounting and indirect reporting systems is preferable
Strong leadership skills and the ability to energize and empower a team
Proficient with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Preferred
CPA or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
ONESOURCE Indirect Tax proficiency
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
Company
Ketjen Corporation
Ketjen provides advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the refining, petrochemical, and specialty chemicals industries.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-10-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Henri Tausch
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Ketjen Corporation
Michael Simmons
President
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