Tax Director

EPAM is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Tax Director to lead U.S. domestic tax operations and provide corporate tax support across the Americas region in a dynamic, fast-paced technology services environment.

This remote role provides flexibility while fostering collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely tax reporting and compliance. While the position is remote, candidates based in the Eastern Time Zone are preferred to enhance team coordination.

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Responsibilities

• Lead ASC 740 tax reporting/accounting for income taxes (including coordination of internal and external audits), ensuring adherence to all relevant standards, including SEC reporting requirements
• Oversee domestic income tax compliance and ensure accurate, timely filing of all required tax returns and related documentation
• Monitor and interpret tax legislation changes and assess their operational impact on the company
• Provide technical guidance on complex tax matters to internal stakeholders, supporting cross-functional teams with expertise
• Manage tax audits and investigations, ensuring efficient resolutions
• Collaborate with the Controller's team and the broader finance organization to ensure seamless tax-related processes and reporting
• Develop relationships with external advisors to ensure compliance, maintain transparency, and address jurisdictional concerns
• Identify and implement process improvements within the tax function to streamline operations and support business growth

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA and advanced tax degree preferred
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive tax experience with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Deep knowledge of U.S. tax laws and regulations; experience with international tax regulations is a plus
• Public company experience, including SEC reporting requirements and internal and external audit coordination, strongly preferred; a public accounting background is also highly valued
• Extensive experience managing tax provision and compliance processes for multinational corporations with significant international operations (20+ subsidiaries preferred)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to handle complex tax reporting and compliance activities
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals and senior leadership
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong connections with the team
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities