COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving quality of life. Our ambition is to serve customers across the healthcare community and become a pioneer in respiratory and anesthesia care. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow we have become exactly that: a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding AirLife family of brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us! 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Global Tax manages the overall tax strategy and compliance for AirLife’s expanding international and domestic tax requirements. The Director of Global Tax is supported by various external tax advisors. Given recent acquisition activity, this role will have substantial involvement supporting tax integration workstreams. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The specific minimum competencies needed to perform the essential duties of the job include knowledge, skills, abilities, level of education, and experience necessary for successful performance. These competencies are generally demonstrated through specific service, education, or training.

 Knowledge: Acquired through education, certifications, training, experience.

Skills & Abilities: 

• International tax, transfer pricing and VAT experience
• Federal and multi-state income, franchise and sales and use tax experience
• Excellent analytical, presentation and project management skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Hands-on leader with strong organization skills and attention to detail

Level of Experience: 

8 to 10 years’ experience in corporate tax planning, compliance, and accounting for an acquisitive multinational company

Level of Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance – MS in Taxation preferred. CPA or JD preferred. 

Travel: 

Potential for 1-3 trips per year. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

The core tasks, duties, and responsibilities that must be performed on the job.

• Develop, communicate and enforce global tax policies and procedures
• Develop and manage the implementation of tax strategies designed to minimize our worldwide tax expense while managing the Company’s tax exposure
• Lead implementation and monitoring of new transfer pricing policies 
• Manage the accounting for income taxes, including development and implementation of key controls
• Communicate and coordinate with International accounting staff on non-US tax matters
• Provide well researched authoritative support for all Company tax positions, supported by outside advisors
• Oversee relationship with external tax advisors, including engagement and fees
• Manage the compliance activities of external advisors to ensure that income and non-income based tax returns are prepared and filed in a timely and accurate manner
• Stay current on tax laws and regulations and income tax accounting standards and advise management of significant changes and their impact on the Company
• Advise management on the tax benefits, exposures and accounting implications of planned mergers and acquisitions and other significant business transactions
• Management of all tax audits and audit defense
• Provide leadership for continuous improvement of tax processes and internal controls
• Lead training initiatives to ensure that Finance and non-Finance stakeholders are equipped with the required working knowledge of tax governance across relevant global jurisdictions

OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES

• Focus on achieving our Company mission. 
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety. 
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY AND DEIA

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise. It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.