International Tax & Simplification Lead

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Key responsibilities

Responsible for the non-US and US international law aspects of quarterly and annual global US GAAP tax provision

• Responsible for quarterly FIN18, soft-close, and year-end close procedures and preparing quarterly and annual review analytics.
• Responsible for timely provision of documents to financial auditor and efficient management of quarterly and annual audit procedures related to non-US and US international tax matters.
• Supports continuous improvement with quarterly and annual processes, especially in reducing workload of non-tax teams.

Responsible for the preparation of US GAAP documentation

• Prepares APB23 and VA memoranda.
• Prepares non-US aspects of DTA and DTL positions.
• Collects/Prepares any documentation requested by financial auditor related to non-US and US international tax matters.
• Reviews non-US and US international tax aspects of all M&A related disclosures and documentation

Supports non-US and US international law aspects of structuring and compliance

• Supports modelling efforts related to non-US and US international law provisions.
• Performs first or second level review of US international calculations in ITS Engine and Pillar Two calculations in Pillar II Model for US GAAP provision process.
• Provides Federal Tax & Simplification Lead and external providers appropriate non-US and US international law inputs to US tax returns.
• Reviews all US international law aspects of US tax returns.

Responsible for the elimination of non-US legal entities and legacy arrangements

• Works with VP Tax, Tax Operations Lead, and external advisors to establish elimination step plans and reviews step plans with key functional and BU representatives.
• Documents US, non-US, US GAAP, and OECD Pillar Two tax analysis of steps in detailed internal memoranda, with support from external advisors, as required.
• Establishes repositories for all supporting documentation and responsible for execution.

Responsible for key attribute review and maintenance

• Maintains US tax attribute tracking and ensures it is kept timely (PTEP, Basis, 986/987/988 positions, etc.)
• Establish repositories for all supporting documentation to support current and future positions.

Manages a team of 2-4 that helps support international tax and simplification efforts

• Establishes roles and responsibilities for team that are aligned to the broader tax team.
• Responsible for training, development, assessment, and mentoring of team.
• Responsible for hiring team members and management of staff related issues.

What we’re looking for

• Must have 15+ years of relevant, non-US tax, US international tax, and ASC740 experience and must be able to demonstrate a practical application of that experience.
• Must have experience of working as part of a cross-functional team, the ability to build relationships with all levels of the organization, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Must have experience of outlining complex tax issues to senior management.
• Must have a positive, highly analytical, solutions-focused, materiality-led, continuous improvement focused mind-set.
• Must be results focused with a sense of urgency in execution.
• Must have advanced-level computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint) and must have an ability to appreciate the next generation software (e.g., PowerBi).

• Must have strong ethics and values and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have strong project management skills, with experience of leading and motivating internal tax teams and external advisors on complex tax matters.
• Must have professional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be a team player.

What we believe

• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
• Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
• Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.
• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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