Tax Lead

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Scope

The Tax Manager, Americas is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of Cooper’s tax obligations across the Americas region, including indirect, property, and payroll taxes. This role collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and government authorities, and plays a critical role in managing audits, implementing tax systems, and maintaining regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Job Summary

The Tax Manager leads and supports Cooper’s tax operations across North America and select international locations. Acting as the primary tax contact and Subject Matter Expert (SME), this role oversees filings prepared by external providers, completes indirect tax filings, manages relationships with tax advisors, and ensures compliance with evolving tax regulations. Key responsibilities include tax return filings (monthly, quarterly, annually), audit management, system implementations, and process improvements to optimize tax efficiency. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to complex tax matters.

Essential Functions & Accountabilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax returns (Sales/Use/VAT) across the U.S., Canada, and other international jurisdictions.
• Manage monthly tax accruals, reconciliations, and analysis of unreconciled balances.
• Oversee payroll tax compliance in coordination with HR and payroll teams.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate direct tax filings (corporate income/franchise).
• Ensure statutory reporting and compliance for international entities within the Americas.
• Guarantee timely and accurate tax filings and payments to mitigate penalties and interest.

Tax Strategy & Advisory

• Serve as the internal SME for all tax-related matters, advising on transaction taxability, nexus, and business decision impacts.
• Monitor and interpret changes in tax legislation across jurisdictions and assess operational implications.
• Identify and implement tax-saving opportunities and process enhancements.

Audit & Risk Management

• Lead and manage tax audits (Sales/Use, Payroll, Property, Income, Statutory), acting as the primary liaison with auditors and government agencies.
• Prepare audit-ready documentation and defend Cooper’s tax positions.
• Support internal and external audits, including SOX compliance and financial statement reviews.

Systems & Process Optimization

• Lead or support implementation and enhancement of tax software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex, OneSource), ensuring integration with ERP systems.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations to ensure accurate tax calculation and reporting.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and internal controls to strengthen tax processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, HR, and Legal to ensure tax compliance across business functions.
• Provide training and guidance on tax matters, including taxability and documentation requirements.<