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Tropicana Brands Group · 1 week ago

Director - Finance, Global Tax

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$139K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. The Tax Director will lead the company’s global tax function, overseeing tax planning, compliance, reporting, and strategy while ensuring operational excellence and alignment.

Food & Beverages

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of domestic and international tax strategies to support business initiatives, M&A, and supply chain optimization

Advise executive leadership on the tax implications of business decisions, including pricing, product sourcing, and expansion strategies

Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess potential impact on the organization and maintain and change company tax policies

Ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of federal, state, local, and international tax returns

Oversee the preparation of the company’s quarterly and annual tax provisions

Manage audits and inquiries from tax authorities and maintain strong documentation to support positions taken

Lead and mentor a high-performing tax team, providing guidance on technical tax matters and professional development

Manage relationships with external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors

Partner with supply chain, operations, and procurement to manage indirect taxes (sales/use, excise, VAT/GST)

Ensure proper tax treatment of transactions including inventory, distribution, and international trade

Partner with legal on corporate structures

Collaborate with Accounting, Legal, Treasury, and Business Development teams to support overall financial and operational objectives

Support the finance team during financial audits and provide necessary documentation and reconciliations

Qualification

U.S. tax lawInternational tax lawTax complianceTax strategy developmentERP systems (SAP)Tax softwareAnalytical skillsTransfer pricingLeadershipCommunication skills

Required

10+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 5 years in a director role; experience in a mid-large sized company

Deep knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws

Ability to perform complex and sophisticated tax analyses and recommends proposed courses of action to senior management

Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and tax software

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities

Experience managing global tax operations in a multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional environment

Ability to partner with external advisors if needed

Understanding of transfer pricing principles and BEPS developments

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or MST preferred

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment

Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations