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SOLV Energy · 18 hours ago

State Tax Director

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$167K/yr - $213K/yr

15+ years exp

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar and energy storage markets across North America. The State Tax Director leads the state and local tax compliance, planning, and controversy functions, focusing on ensuring compliance and optimizing tax efficiency for SOLV’s renewable energy operations.

ConstructionEnergyRenewable EnergySolar

Responsibilities

Oversee preparation, review, and filing of all state and local income/franchise tax returns

Manage co-sourced arrangement for state composite and withholding filings for nonresident partners, ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements

Manage apportionment, nexus, and sourcing methodologies across multiple entities and jurisdictions

Provide technical advice on state tax implications of renewable project structuring, acquisitions, and reorganizations

Lead state audits, assessments, and appeals; negotiate favorable resolutions

Ensure compliance with ASC 740 and ASC 450 reporting and related tax provision documentation

Perform ASC 740-10 (formerly FIN 48) analyses and prepare documentation of uncertain state tax positions

Design, recognize, and manage SOX related issues for state income and indirect tax matters across the company

Ensure tax filings and tax remittances are accurately reviewed and timely processed by the team

Research and prepare state specific memos for identified issues or process documentation

Lead preparation of state income tax and indirect tax process flow documentation

Direct compliance for sales, use, property, and excise taxes in all relevant jurisdictions

Develop and maintain taxability matrices for EPC materials, components, and services

Partner with procurement and project management to apply exemptions and manage tax documentation

Manage indirect tax audits and advocate for company positions

Implement and maintain indirect tax automation and reporting tools

Identify and implement state tax planning opportunities consistent with SOLV’s renewable business strategy

Monitor and communicate state legislative and regulatory developments affecting tax obligations

Partner with the federal tax team to support tax compliance and tax provision requirements

Support project finance, mergers, and joint ventures with legal and tax analysis

Identify and evaluate state-level incentive programs and renewable energy credits available to SOLV

Perform comprehensive risk assessments to minimize state and local tax exposures

Lead process improvement efforts to reduce manual processes and enhance accurate and timely reporting internally and for tax reporting purposes

Identify tax reporting and compliance gaps and implement solutions

Advise internal customers regarding applicability of state and local tax rules during contracting negotiation process and work with teams to resolve tax positions with customers

Maintain documentation for state-specific filing positions and legislative developments

Keep up to date on new income tax, sales/use tax legislation and case law to determine impact on the company

Review legal agreements from a tax perspective; draft specific provisions; recommend changes

Perform other duties as assigned

Supervise internal staff and coordinate external advisors

Build collaborative relationships with Accounting, Treasury, and Operations

Provide internal education on state tax matters and risk mitigation

Promote a proactive, solutions-oriented culture within the tax department

Qualification

State tax complianceIndirect tax managementPartnership taxationTax law expertiseRenewable energy experienceAudit managementTax research systemsAnalytical skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum 15 years of progressive state and local tax experience with a focus on income/franchise and indirect taxes in a public accounting or law firm setting

Proven expertise in multi-state compliance, apportionment, and audit management

Expert command of state and local tax law, including nexus, sourcing, and taxability rules

Ability to interpret and apply tax laws to complex business structures

Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills

Excellent communication and analytical skills with ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax business leaders

Exceptional organization and attention to detail

Leadership ability to manage people, projects, and cross-functional priorities under tight deadlines

Proficiency with tax compliance and research systems