Tax Strategy and Planning Manager (hybrid)

Tax Strategy and Planning Manager

• Location: Columbus, OH office (Hybrid – 3 days/week in office)

• New role created to support ongoing commercial development deals and provide tax planning support.

Summary
The Tax Strategy and Planning Manager is responsible for strategic tax planning and compliance for complex business initiatives and transactions. It involves advising on tax implications for infrastructure and energy projects, reviewing contractual tax provisions, and supporting acquisitions and divestments. The role requires strong technical research skills to address intricate tax issues and proactive monitoring of legislative changes to safeguard the company's tax position. Success in this role demands exceptional analytical ability, clear communication with senior leadership, and collaborative problem-solving across finance, legal, and business teams. The Manager is a self-motivated team player with proven tax technical expertise, organizational strength, effective communication, and project management skills. Known for producing high-quality, timely work, the Manager demonstrates flexibility, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement in processes, deliverables, and professional expertise.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, finance, legal, and business development, to ensure alignment of tax planning strategies and deal execution.

• Advise on the tax implications of new business initiatives, including infrastructure development and energy-related projects.

• Conduct technical tax research and prepare memoranda and supporting documentation on complex tax issues.

• Review and provide guidance on tax-related provisions in commercial contracts, particularly those involving data center development, energy procurement, and regulated entities.

• Monitor and assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the company’s tax position and strategy.

• Support tax analysis for acquisitions, transfers, divestments, and other complex transactions, including structuring and risk evaluation.

Required Qualifications For Position

• Bachelor's Degree In Accounting or equivalent

• At least 5 years of public accounting and/or corporate tax experience at a publicly traded company,

• Strong analytical, technical, and research skills.

• Skilled in drafting clear and persuasive technical memos and presentations for both tax professionals and business stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and deliver accurate, timely results.

• Effective communicator with the ability to tailor messaging for senior leadership, as well as train and support staff and business partners.

• Collaborative problem-solver with a track record of building consensus around tax solutions.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Upon Hire

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited university

• 1-3 years Tax contract review experience

• 1-3 years Utility industry experience

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.​

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