Director, State & Local Tax

Job Description

The Director, Tax (State and Local Tax) will support and strategically advise on all aspects of state and local corporate income and franchise tax operations. This role will be responsible for managing compliance, provision, audit defense, and planning activities across a complex SALT landscape. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of relevant experience, deep technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset to partner with cross-functional teams and external consultants.
Your Role Accountabilities...
• Supervise the preparation and timely filing of all SALT income and franchise returns (including partnerships), estimates, and extensions
• Manage the accurate preparation of compliance workpapers (e.g., apportionment, modifications, attribute tracking, and ensuring changes/initiatives are reflected)
• Collaborate with the Credits and Incentives team to ensure credits are reflected in the provision, tax returns, and quarterly cash estimates
• Develop and execute strategic State and Local Tax initiatives
• Evaluate and document the state tax impact of tax planning and business changes (e.g., acquisitions, disposals, new business initiatives)
• Manage updates related to legislative developments and quantify current and deferred tax impacts; support lobbying efforts as needed
• Support and review quarterly and annual tax provision and accounting close process
• Collaborate with and manage cosource team supporting the SALT process
• Manage multi-state income tax audit and controversy (e.g., preparing timely responses, updating executive management, and overseeing the inventory of audits)
• Manage SALT audit-related financial statement reporting under ASC 740, including uncertain tax positions (UTPs) and required disclosures
• Manage SALT cash forecasting including expected timing of settlements and expected refunds
• Develop and implement strong SOX controls that ensure proper tax accounting practices
• Strategically advise internal and external stakeholders on tax technical matters
• Support the transfer pricing team as it relates to domestic intercompany transactions
• Prepare and provide support for ad-hoc state requests such as state-level withholding forms, nonresident exemption forms, qualifications, renewals, withdrawals, and 3rd party partner communications

Qualifications & Experience...
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in SALT income and franchise tax, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
• CPA or LLM Required
• Deep understanding of state tax laws, compliance processes, and tax accounting principles (ASC 740)
• Experience managing multiple state audits at various levels (e.g., audit, appeals, and litigation)
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external consultants
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, presentation, and communication skills
• Strong writing skills with the ability to clearly memorialize technical positions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in both income and indirect tax
• Experience working in the media and entertainment industry
• Ability to collaborate with a global team
• Experience with various ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, and SAP), tax provision/compliance software (OneSource), and research tools (BNA, CCH)

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In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $153,545.00 - $285,155.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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