Head of Tax Operations

Head of Tax OperationsAbout the CompanyGlobally acclaimed insurance & reinsurance companyIndustryInsuranceTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Head of Tax Operations to take on a pivotal leadership role within its U.S. tax function. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of tax accounting, reporting, and compliance, with a focus on leading income tax accounting for U.S. entities across various financial frameworks. This includes overseeing federal, state, and local tax compliance, managing tax forecasts and planning, and driving tax technology and automation initiatives. The role also involves close collaboration with senior finance leaders on strategy, transformation, and process improvement, as well as acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and tax authorities. Applicants for the Head of Tax Operations position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, with an MS in taxation or MBA preferred, and at least 15 years of progressive tax experience, ideally in a complex multinational setting. The role requires a deep knowledge of corporate tax, planning, compliance, and accounting, and the ability to lead a high-performing team while building strong relationships across finance and the business. The Head of Tax Operations will also be involved in global transformation projects, M&A due diligence, and broader strategic initiatives, and must be a strong leader capable of balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.Travel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsFinanceOperations