Senior Manager - Tax Planning and Controversy

Senior Manager - Tax Planning and Controversy

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Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together, We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is a Fortune 500 company that provides best‑in‑class products, service and capabilities across Commerce/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce.

Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with a shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

This role will report to the Senior Director of Tax Planning.
Location: Ferguson's corporate offices in Newport News, VA on a hybrid schedule. Consideration will be given to candidates within a reasonable driving distance for occasional visits to HQ.

• Identify global, federal, and state tax planning opportunities and lead planning initiatives including transfer pricing analyses, management cost allocation studies, merger and acquisition activities, restructuring and other projects.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Tax Managers and Tax Analysts supporting these initiatives.
• Play a leadership role in significant income tax audits and engage periodically in supporting indirect tax audits.
• Interact with tax authorities on behalf of the company.
• Proactively engage with business partners to support their tax needs and become a trusted resource for business leaders.
• Handle external service providers.
• Ensure that reporting and compliance impacts of planning initiatives are well communicated and reflected in Ferguson’s tax reporting and compliance and any SOX requirements related to projects and planning are properly accomplished.
• Lead tax special projects and support tax aspects of corporate‑wide initiatives.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of tax laws affecting the company, use knowledge of these laws to identify risks and opportunities and update relevant stakeholders.

• 8+ years accounting firm and corporate tax experience; exposure to international and U.S. state planning is a plus.
• 2+ years tax planning and controversy experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, regulations and accounting principles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact as a proactive strategic business partner.
• Team player able to work with remote team members and support cross‑functional goals.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Proficient with technology commonly employed by finance and tax departments.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or a related field;
  Master’s in Taxation or CPA preferred.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well‑being as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach toward benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well‑being of our associates. Our competitive offering includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, and additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements adaptable to diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender‑affirming and family‑building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more.

$9,875.00 – $15,800.00 (Monthly for Salaried roles or Hourly for all other roles). This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) prohibiting discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(A) prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information available upon request.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Wholesale, Wholesale Building Materials, and Construction