This is a Hybrid role. You will be required to work in Denver office a few days per week.
GCI's Dir, Tax is responsible for managing and maintaining the Company’s tax accounting, tax compliance and tax operations functions. Oversee Tax Manager and ensure income tax provision, disclosure elements of financial statements and income tax returns are accurate and complete. Provide transaction tax compliance support as needed. Support key corporate projects, identify hidden areas of potential income tax savings and opportunities and perform income tax planning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS:
This leadership position requires the following non-delegable responsibilities:
- Fully own the mission, goals, operations, and results of the team and areas of responsibility.
- Provide strong leadership to span of control (direct and indirect reports); demonstrate effective leadership in all interactions companywide.
- Specific leadership duties include:
- Self-starter with the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects, and changing priorities.
- Highly motivated and willing to take ownership of duties and responsibilities.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, external auditors, legal counsel, and as a team member with others at varying levels in the Company.
- Ability to accurately read, write, and respond to routine business correspondence.
- Ability to accurately communicate information virtually, over the phone, and in-person in a clear and concise manner.
- Detail oriented but also able to see the big picture.
- Experience in the preparation of consolidated federal and state income tax provisions required.
- Knowledge of GAAP as it applies to income tax provision preparation required.
- Experience in the preparation of multiple entity consolidated federal and state income tax returns required.
- Experience in the preparation of partnership income tax returns required.
- Experience processing income tax returns using CorpTax software preferred.
- CHANGE MANAGEMENT: champions and supports department and company change.
- DECISION MAKING: uses sound, logical judgment based on data, research, and experience to choose an appropriate course of action.
- PLANNING & IMPLEMENTATION: analyzes workload and establishes appropriate priorities; sets measurable and achievable goals and objectives for the team.
- MENTORING & DEVELOPMENT: utilizes interpersonal skills to guide, direct, and influence others to achieve results.
- PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT: sets clear performance expectations for team.
- Establishing the vision and tone for the department, consistent with company culture and mission.
- Providing clear and accurate feedback to individuals and teams on a timely and consistent basis.
- Effectively managing processes including annual performance reviews and disciplinary actions in an unbiased and consistent manner.
This is an advanced level position within the discipline demonstrating proficiency in all areas of responsibility. Performs complex tasks with little to no assistance, anticipating and preventing problems and roadblocks before they occur.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Minimum of twelve (12) years progressively responsible income tax compliance or public accounting experience.
- Including a minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory or management position managing a staff of two or more professionals.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Preferred:
- Public accounting and/or experience with a U.S. public reporting company.
- Master’s degree in taxation.
- Telecommunications experience.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
- This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
- Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
- Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
- Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary.
- Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7 environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to public health and safety matters or other business emergencies.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At GCI, we foster a culture of inclusivity by nurturing an environment where the varied perspectives of our employees, customers, and fellow Alaskans are celebrated.
EEO: GCI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected under applicable state or federal law.
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