Manager of Tax Accounting

Nissan - Franklin, TN

Full-time - Manager

Franklin, TN

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Manager of Tax Accounting at Nissan is responsible for overseeing tax accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and providing strategic tax planning to support business objectives. This role involves managing a team of tax accounting professionals, preparing tax provisions, and collaborating with various departments to optimize tax processes and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of GAAP, JGAAP, and IFRS tax provision and accounting calculations.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of tax accounting professionals.
• Identify, analyze, and document uncertain tax positions and current controversies.
• Review tax journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes.
• Ensure all tax accounts/information is properly reflected in the financial statements.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration with external auditors and the internal reporting team.
• Monitor and document the control environment, ensuring all internal control procedures are in place and operating effectively.
• Monitor changes in U.S. and IFRS accounting standards as well as US, state, and local tax laws.
• Partner with various groups within the tax department to ensure timely communication regarding potential tax impacts.
• Work closely with the Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, and Treasury teams to ensure accurate tax reporting.
• Assist with ongoing efforts to automate and optimize tax accounting and tax compliance processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
• 8+ years of related experience at a professional level
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Extensive federal, state, and local corporate tax knowledge
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree or professional certification preferred (MA, MS, CPA, JD)
• Experience with OneSource Tax products

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings
• Employee Lease Program and Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP)