Hanwha Energy USA
Director, Tax
Houston, TX · Director
Sponsorship not specified$200k-$240kDetected 46 days ago
Project ManagementFinancial AnalysisAccountingValuationM&ATaxLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationFinancial ReportingTax Provision
About the role
- Hanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group-a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea's most respected business enterprises.
- With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider.
- Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America's growing data center industry.
Responsibilities
- Oversee withholding tax compliance, manage preparation and filing of Forms 1042 and 1042-S, and ensure compliance with applicable Chapter 3 and FATCA requirements, including documentation (e.g., Forms W-8/W-9) and withholding determinations
- Manage sales and use tax compliance, including registrations, filings, exemption certificate processes, and audit support
- Manage property tax compliance, including renditions, assessments, appeals, and coordination with external advisors
- Ensure compliance with evolving tax laws and regulations across all jurisdictions, and maintain standardized processes, controls, and documentation to support compliance and audit readiness
- Lead the preparation and review of income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, ensure accurate accounting for current and deferred taxes, including valuation allowances and uncertain tax positions
- Coordinate with accounting team to support financial close and reporting requirements
- Review tax disclosures and footnotes for financial statements, and support external auditors by providing documentation and responding to inquiries related to tax provision
- Provide technical analysis, and develop and implement tax-efficient structures and strategies for M&A, project finance, and partnership
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or other business-related field;
- 10+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting and/or industry
- Strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations, including corporate and partnership taxation
- Strong knowledge of ASC 740 tax provision and financial reporting
Nice to have
- Licensed CPA is a plus
- Experience with Mexico tax compliance (VAT and CIT), is a plus
- Bilingual (English and Korean), a plus
Compensation
- $200,000 - $240,000 salary
Benefits
- Oversee intercompany tax sharing and allocation methodologies, ensuring appropriate allocation of tax expense, benefits, and cash taxes across legal entities
Company info
- Hanwha Renewables - specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Chariot Energy - providing retail electricity services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in deregulated markets
- This role ensures the company meets its global tax obligations while optimizing tax efficiency, supporting business growth, and maintaining a strong control environment.
- All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Equal opportunity
- Hanwha Energy USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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