Head of Tax

Position Summary

As the Head of Tax, reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, you will be a key leader in Fluence, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s tax strategy, compliance, and planning. Your role will involve managing a team of approximately five, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, providing strategic tax guidance, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Your expertise will contribute significantly to Fluence’s financial growth.

• Strategic Tax Planning:
  Assess, update and execute comprehensive tax strategies aligned with business goals, minimizing tax liabilities and optimizing financial performance. Oversee the company’s tax provision and accounting.
• International Taxation:
  Knowledge in international tax matters, including transfer pricing, VAT/GST, and local tax regulations, working with local resources.
• Leadership and
  
  Collaboration:
  • Team Leadership:
    Lead and inspire a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance work environment.
  • Cross‑functional
    
    Collaboration:
    
    Collaborate effectively with finance, legal, and business teams to provide expert tax advice on various initiatives.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  Ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax returns, including federal, state, and international jurisdictions. Oversee tax provisions and disclosures in financial statements.
• Tax Research and Analysis:
  Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations, including domestic content and 45X, ensuring the company’s compliance and advising on potential impacts.
• Risk Management:
  
  Identify and mitigate tax‑related risks, ensuring the company’s financial activities are conducted appropriately.
• Financial Acumen:
  • Financial Analysis:
    Analyze financial data to identify tax optimization opportunities and make strategic recommendations to the executive team.
  • Budget Management:
    Manage the tax department budget efficiently.
• Audit Management:
  Manage tax audits efficiently, resolving issues and minimizing tax exposure.
• Advocacy:
  Advocate for the company’s tax positions, ensuring compliance while maximizing tax efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree in taxation or CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in tax management, preferably in a publicly traded global organization.
• In‑depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, including the company’s audit firm and professional advisors.
• Experience with ERP systems and tax software for efficient tax compliance and reporting.
• Proven track record in leading successful tax strategies, managing tax audits, and implementing efficient tax processes.

At Fluence, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

To join our team, you’ll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.