Direct Tax Leader

Candidate profile (title) Why we will love you

Candidate profile (text) - Default language IKEA US is headquartered in Conshohocken, PA. Generating annual revenue of over $6 Billion, operating 68 Retail Units and 13 Distribution Units across the US. This position reports to the Country Tax Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree in Tax Law, Tax Economics, Finance, or equivalent degree.
• CPA certified preferred
• Advanced knowledge of International, Federal, and State corporate income tax,

including the Internal Revenue code, regulations, legislation, and tax accounting principles (Dutch/IFRS &
GAAP).

• Thorough knowledge of tax implications of mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
• 8 years of experience in Tax, in an advisory or in-house role
• Management experience required
• Transfer Pricing experience preferred
• Partnership experience preferred

JOB TYPE: Permanent, Full-time
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE: Yes
Salary Range: $142,651.00 - $212,193.00 (offer based on IKEA pay practices)
Location: Conshohocken, PA - Service Office
Work Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office and 2 days remote
"Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. Please be aware that this is a Sensitive Position. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role."

Key responsibilities (title) What you'll be doing day to day

Key responsibilities (text) • Manage and ensure accurate and timely filing of all International, Federal, State, and local Income & Franchise Tax returns and all other direct tax reports.

• Implement and maintain the country tax strategy in line with the relevant Group Policies, Strategies, and Business Plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting for income taxes (Tax Provision) under Dutch and US GAAP.
• Research and interpretation of new and existing direct tax laws to ensure adherence for Ingka operations and transactions.
• Ensure accurate and timely forecasting of prospective direct tax liabilities and cash flows for tax planning and financial reporting purposes.
• Lead and participate in planning projects, opportunities, due diligence, etc., to minimize taxes, improve efficiencies, structure new investments, etc.
• Lead direct technology applications (OneSource OIT, OTP, Tax Fixed Assets, etc.) and ensure accurate and compliant output. Proactively evaluate the effectiveness of applications and alternatives and develop, recommend, and implement solutions and changes.
• Evaluate proposed investments, ventures, acquisitions, and develop and propose possible tax-efficient solutions.
• Identify potential tax exposure and savings and develop and implement solutions and changes
• Respond to complex direct tax audit inquiries and lead and manage less-complex direct tax audits in cooperation with Country Tax Manager and Group Tax.
• Manage and contribute functional expertise in direct tax controversies (e.g., Appeals, Protests, Competent Authority, Litigation).
• Settle direct tax audits and disputes efficiently and in coordination with Global Tax Direction.
• Ensure the availability of books and records in accordance with local legal requirements.
• Ensure relevant tax competence, knowledge, and awareness amongst direct team members and other relevant staff.
• Participate in local and/or global projects (providing relevant input)
• Manage internal and cross-functional projects

Team vision (text) We see ourselves as influencers – we steer the IKEA business by finding the truth behind the figures. Together we secure compliance with local and international laws and reporting standards; we assure that accounting processes are efficient and that tax compliance meets business needs. We’re a diverse group of people driven by providing reliable financial data to a wide variety of stakeholders. At the end of the day, that’s one of the foundations to make IKEA even better!

Let's connect !

Let´s connect At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers a full menu of
benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits
and so much more!

• Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
• Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
• KinderCare tuition discount
• Retirement and bonus plans
• Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
• Pet insurance program
• Education assistance and learning programs
• 24/7 telehealth visits
• Dental and vision plans
• Medical and Rx plans
• A fun and inclusive work environment

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please be aware that this is a sensitive role. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment