Form Energy

Energy Technology

Director,TaxAccounting

$215–315k ~AI est. Weirton, West Virginia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Director, Tax Accounting at Form Energy. Skills: Tax accounting, Tax planning, ASC 740, Manufacturing tax. Lead development of tax strategies. Implement tax strategies”

Industry & Context.

Energy Technology

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years progressive experience, 4+ years public accounting firm, Knowledge of ASC 740, Knowledge of US GAAP, Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Nice to Have

CPA or advanced degree preferred, Manufacturing tax incentives experience preferred, Knowledge of transfer pricing a plus

What You'll Do.

Lead development of tax strategies

Implement tax strategies

Provide structuring guidance

Identify tax incentives

Evaluate tax incentives

Secure tax incentives

Oversee R&D tax credit calculations

Document company tax positions

Monitor legislative changes

Advise leadership on optimization

Lead ASC 740 income tax reporting

Manage quarterly tax provisions

Manage annual tax provisions

Oversee deferred tax asset/liability analysis

Oversee valuation allowance evaluation

Oversee uncertain tax positions

Oversee tax provision preparation

Oversee tax provision review

Oversee tax provision filing

Manage estimated tax payments

Manage tax extensions

Manage cash tax forecasting

Direct manufacturing tax computations

Manage SALT compliance

Assess nexus footprint

Serve as tax point of contact

Develop audit defense strategies

Maintain tax documentation

Establish internal controls

Maintain internal controls

Drive automation initiatives

Manage external provider relationships

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with executive leadership; Collaborate with Legal; Collaborate with FP&A; Collaborate with external advisors

Communication Scope

Cross-functional communication

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!  In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better. Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place. ROLE DESCRIPTION Form Energy is hiring a Tax Director to serve as a key strategic partner to executive leadership, fully responsible for all aspects of the company’s tax function. This role reports into our Corporate Controller. As part of our Finance & Accounting team, you will lead federal and state income tax, complex tax planning, SALT compliance, and ASC 740 financial reporting in collabo

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