CyrusOne

Director, Tax

Dallas, TX · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago

ComplianceAccountingTaxResearchCommunicationCollaborationTax ProvisionTransfer PricingInternal Audit

About the role

CyrusOne is seeking a Director, Tax to join our team!
The Director, Tax reports directly to the VP, Tax, and is responsible for overseeing all Corporate and Partnership Tax compliance including direct responsibility for the quality, accuracy and timeliness of tax filings.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Manage additional REIT-related activities, including PSQs, dividend characterization, and prohibited transaction analyses.
Maintain ongoing collaboration with external tax advisors to stay informed of new developments and implement relevant strategies when appropriate.
Lead and manage federal, state, and other tax audits, advising management on the company's positions, risks, and potential exposures.
Coordinate foreign corporate income tax (CIT) filings, track NOL carryforwards and foreign tax payments, and collaborate with the VP of Tax to develop tax minimization strategies.
Monitor and maintain SOX-compliant internal controls related to tax reporting and compliance and respond to related external auditor inquiries.
Provide support on ad-hoc tax inquiries and various non-income tax analyses and filings as needed.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably including time with a major public accounting firm followed by demonstrated success working with one or more REITs.
Strong understanding of real estate and REIT tax regulations, compliance requirements, and related issues.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with management, accounting, finance, other internal departments, and external federal and state tax authorities.
Demonstrated ability to research and analyze complex tax issues.
Experience working with and negotiating with IRS agents and state tax auditors.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Review and monitor VAT and other indirect tax filings as required.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Masters Degree in Tax or MBA
international tax experience is highly preferred.
Proven knowledge and hands-on experience in federal, international, state, and local tax matters

Oversee and review quarterly and annual REIT testing to confirm regulatory compliance.
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provision process, ensuring accurate and timely return-to-provision reconciliations.

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