THE ROLE AND THE COMPANY
Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes way beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

We are seeking a qualified Tax Director to join our team. This position will reside at the corporate office in Irving, Texas and will be reporting to the Head of U.S. Tax. The Research & Planning Tax Director will organize and supervise the tax planning, controversy and research functions of the U.S. Tax group.

What You’ll Get to DoAnalyze tax data to help minimize tax cost while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulationsReview current structure of tax returns and supporting documentation and develop methods to optimize itOversee Internal & Externally Assisted Tax Credits Processes (R&D, IRA, State, etc.)Discover tax risks and develop countermeasuresResearch tax regulation implications on the organizationManage projects for legal entity mergers, dissolutions, transfers of assets, etc. and ensure other departments complete all the necessary due diligenceManage federal, state and local income and franchise tax audits, appeals and litigation for the U.S. groupWork together with company's accounting personnel and analyze book-tax differencesManage tax due diligence for U.S. acquisitions, dispositions, and reorganizationsProvide technical assistance and support to field personnel as necessary to help with federal and state franchise and income, sales, use and other types of state and local tax issuesPerform other job-related duties as assignedEssential Experience and SkillsB.S. / B.A. in Accounting BA or M.A. degree in TaxationCertified Public Accountant (CPA) or law license is required. Must have at least 8 years of work experience in a tax department (public accounting or industry) Profound experience in tax accounting٫ tax compliance and all kinds of tax return operationsStrong communication skills both verbal and written Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to details Ability to meet deadlines and find solutions to problems, focus on performance and resultsExcellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office, OneSource Income Tax, OneSource Tax Provision, and SAPDemonstrate commitment to and application of Total Quality Principles Commitment and engagement through high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best interests of the companyInternal and external customer and market managementPeople management (i.e. management of subordinates’ performance and enabling teamwork) and ability to motivate othersDemonstrated openness to change, flexibility, and adaptabilityAbility to establish trust and build relationshipsEntrepreneurial management (i.e. consideration of long-term risks and opportunities)Ability to simultaneously manage several projects Strong strategic thinking, problem solving, and decision making skillsPersuasion and negotiation skillsSustainable management (i.e. compliance with laws and regulations)Professional competence (i.e. cross-functional understanding of a tax department)