Tax Manager

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Do you want to lead global tax strategy for a growing international aerospace organization operating across complex manufacturing and engineering environments?
• Are you energized by balancing strategic tax planning with hands-on leadership in compliance, risk management, and operational partnership?
• Can you translate complex global tax matters into practical business solutions that support growth, innovation, and long-term success?

ABOUT THE COMPANY

RH Aero Systems brings together the strengths of Rhinestahl and HYDRO under one global brand, so OEMs, MROs, and operators can rely on one partner across the full aircraft lifecycle.

RH Aero Systems unites more than six decades of German engineering and American manufacturing expertise to deliver the market’s most complete portfolio of OEM-licensed tooling, ground-support equipment (GSE) and lifecycle services.

Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, RH Aero Systems operates in a highly collaborative and globally connected environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and customer partnership. With twenty-six service centers on five continents, they keep fleets flying, compliant and profitable for operators, MROs and OEMs.

This role is onsite daily at the corporate office in Mason, Ohio.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

The Tax Manager reports to the Associate Controller and serves as the company’s strategic leader for all global tax matters. This role oversees compliance, planning, audits, reporting, and tax risk management across multiple jurisdictions while supporting a complex international manufacturing and engineering-driven organization.

This individual will partner closely with Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations to ensure the company’s tax posture is optimized, compliant, and aligned with long-term business objectives. The role requires both strategic leadership and hands-on execution within a fast-paced global environment. The Tax Manager will be responsible for the following:

Tax Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute global tax strategies that support the company’s growth in aerospace tooling, including cross border manufacturing, R&D activities, and long-term customer contracts.
• Evaluate tax implications of new business initiatives, acquisitions, joint ventures, and international expansions.
• Lead transfer pricing strategy, documentation, and intercompany policy development for tooling design, engineering services, third-party sourcing, and manufacturing.
• Maximize opportunities for tax optimization, credits, incentives, and R&D tax benefits across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist in legal entity design by providing insight into tax implications.

Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and international income tax returns.
• Manage global indirect tax compliance (VAT, GST, sales/use tax) related to tooling shipments, spare parts, and service operations.
• Ensure accurate quarterly and annual tax provisions under ASC 740.
• Maintain strong internal controls over tax processes and reporting.

Audit & Risk Management

• Lead all tax audits and inquiries from U.S. and foreign tax authorities.
• Assess tax risks associated with global supply chain operations, long-term tooling programs, and customer funded development.
• Monitor global tax law changes and proactively adjust company policies.

Cross Functional Leadership

• Partner with Engineering and Program Management to evaluate tax impacts of tooling development cycles, capital investments, and customer pricing structures.
• Collaborate on cash tax forecasting, repatriation planning, and global cash management.
• Advise senior leadership on tax implications of strategic decisions.

Team Leadership

• Manage external tax advisors.
• Establish best practice processes and scalable systems for a growing global enterprise.

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA or master’s in taxation
• 8 years of progressive tax experience including strong technical expertise in U.S. federal and state taxes as well as ASC 740.
• Knowledge of international tax frameworks including IFRS and German GAAP (HGB) is preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders.
• Experience with manufacturing, engineering driven industries, aerospace, defense, or tooling environments is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing with global manufacturing and sourcing environments is preferred but not required.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Epicor, or similar platforms is preferred.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

The successful candidate for this role will be both strategic and hands-on, capable of navigating complex international tax environments while delivering practical, business-oriented solutions. They will possess strong analytical capabilities, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to effectively balance compliance requirements with operational objectives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate executive-level communication skills, strong organizational discipline, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across a fast-paced global organization. They will also bring a collaborative mindset and high degree of integrity in managing sensitive financial and regulatory matters. Other key competencies of the successful candidate for this position include:

• Strategic thinking paired with operational execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a global environment
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Executive communication and presentation capability
• Integrity and commitment to compliance
• Learning agility and adaptability
• Process improvement orientation
• Sound judgement and decision-making capability

THE PAYOFF

• Lead globally: Play a strategic leadership role overseeing tax matters across a complex international aerospace organization
• Partner cross-functionally: Work closely with senior leadership, engineering, operations, legal, and finance teams to influence key business decisions
• Drive impact: Shape scalable tax strategies and processes that support long-term global growth and operational excellence
• Grow professionally: Gain exposure to sophisticated international tax, manufacturing, and aerospace industry challenges in a dynamic environment
• Competitive rewards: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support professional and personal well-being

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

RH Aero Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being. Benefits include competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA and FSA plans, mental health resources, employee assistance programs, paid parental leave, company-paid long-term disability coverage, competitive 401(k) employer match, floating holidays, tuition reimbursement, and additional wellness-focused programs.

OUR COMMITMENT TO CANDIDATES

Gilman Partners is committed to strengthening leadership teams and elevating talent in our communities—and that means all qualified applicants will receive consideration. You do not have to meet every qualification in this job description to apply. If you are drawn to the position and believe your experience makes you a good fit, we encourage you to apply.