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Ferguson · 3 days ago

Senior Manager - Tax Planning and Controversy

Ferguson is a Fortune 500 company that has been a source of quality supplies for various industries since 1953. The Senior Manager - Tax Planning and Controversy plays a significant leadership role in global tax planning initiatives, overseeing tax planning opportunities and leading related projects while engaging with business partners and tax authorities.

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Responsibilities

Identifies global, federal and state tax planning opportunities and is responsible for leading planning initiatives including transfer pricing analyses, management cost allocation studies, merger and acquisition activities, restructuring and other projects. Provides leadership and guidance to Tax Manager and Tax Analysts supporting these initiatives
Plays a leadership role in significant income tax audits and engages periodically in supporting indirect tax audits. Interacts with tax authorities on behalf of the company
Proactively engage with Ferguson’s business partners to support their tax needs and become a trusted resource for the business leaders
Handle external service providers
Ensures that reporting and compliance impacts of planning initiatives are well communicated and reflected in Ferguson’s tax reporting and compliance and any SOX requirements related to projects and planning are properly accomplished
Leads tax special projects and supports tax aspects of corporate wide initiatives
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of tax laws affecting the company, use knowledge of these laws to identify risks and opportunities and updates relevant stakeholders

Qualification

Tax planning experienceTax laws knowledgeAccounting principlesAnalytical skillsTechnology proficiencyInterpersonal skillsBusiness acumenMaster’s in TaxationCPA preferredTeam playerRemote collaboration

Required

8+ years accounting firm and corporate tax experience. Exposure to international and US state planning a plus
2+ years tax planning and controversy experience
Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations and accounting principles
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact as a proactive strategic business partner
Team player with the ability to work with remote team members and support cross functional goals
Strong business acumen and analytical skills
Proficient with technology commonly employed by finance and tax departments
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field

Preferred

Master's in Taxation or CPA preferred

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming and family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
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Company

Ferguson

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Since 1953, Ferguson has been a leading source of quality supplies for a variety of industries.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.5B
2025-09-18Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2008-11-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Kevin Murphy
President & Chief Executive Officer
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Blake Luse
Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy & Planning
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