Global Head of Tax

Chief Tax Officer
The VP, Global Head of Tax will lead the TIAA and subsidiaries Corporate Tax function developing and executing on strategic recommendations, ensuring timely compliance with US federal, state, and international tax reporting requirements, and oversee global enterprise tax examinations. Develop, implement, and manage tax planning actions and provide transactional and business expansion support. The Head of Tax will provide the Executive Committee, CFO, business partners, and Audit Committee of the Board with updates on the enterprise tax position and opportunities. This position will lead the Corporate Tax monitoring and advocacy on tax regulatory affairs and legislative developments. Leader will play an integral role in building transparent and objective-driven department goals that align to the enterprise strategic initiatives. Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment and serve as a resource and mentor to less experienced associates. Provide motivational leadership, foster professional development, and growth across the tax department.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee all aspects of tax compliance and accounting for income tax reporting, including overseeing all tax examinations.
• Establish Corporate Tax strategic road-map and lead plan execution.
• Manage Corporate Tax department within established budget.
• Lead, develop, and mentor tax professionals.
• Establish and maintain TIAA and subsidiaries tax policies and standard operating procedures.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 10+ Years Required

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
12PL

This leader will have oversight of tax matters in mergers and acquisitions and all aspects of tax compliance, planning, strategy and accounting for income tax reporting and all tax examinations.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of corporate tax practice experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15 – 20 years of corporate tax practice experience
• University degree – BA or BS
• Master’s or JD degree
• CPA license
• Insurance and asset management knowledge
• Previous experience of high-level organizational decision making and thought leadership in response to tax opportunities, risk mitigation and strategic setting
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• High degree of problem solving and analytical skills; proven innovator
• Previous experience interacting with business leaders
• Active participation in trade associations

Related Skills

Accounting Standards, Adaptability, Automation, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Data Analysis, Financial Acumen, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Taxation, Tax Compliance, Tax Efficiency, Tax Research

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2025-08-12

Base Pay Range: $237,000/yr - $402,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). 

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Company Overview

Every worker deserves a secure retirement. For more than 100 years, TIAA has delivered it for millions of people. Founded to help educators retire with dignity, today weʼre a market-leading retirement company fueled by world-class asset management. But weʼre not just another legacy financial services firm. Weʼre fighting harder than ever before for our clients and the many Americans who need us.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To lea