• Director of Operating Tax - Family Dollar

    Family Dollar (Chesapeake, VA)


    The **Operating Tax Director** is responsible for leading the **sales and use tax** and **unclaimed property** functions, including planning, compliance, audits, and process improvement. This role ensures the accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of tax collection, remittance, and reporting. The Director will also play a key role in identifying opportunities to improve systems, challenge business processes and minimize risk while developing and mentoring tax team members.

    Key Responsibilities

    Sales & Use Tax Strategy and Compliance

    + Develop and implement **sales/use tax planning strategies** that enhance compliance and reduce risk.

    + Oversee **taxability determination** of SKUs to ensure register charges comply with all applicable state and local tax laws.

    + Lead all **sales/use tax compliance activities** , including:

    + Preparation and filing of returns

    + Timely and accurate tax payments

    + General ledger account reconciliations

    + Ensure sales/use tax is effectively collected, remitted, and accounted for across all business units.

    + Ensure proper **documentation and tax treatment** for major corporate initiatives and capital projects.

    Unclaimed Property

    + Lead compliance efforts for unclaimed property, including accurate and timely filing and reconciliation.

    + Monitor regulatory changes and ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies are in place.

    Audit Management

    + Lead and manage **sales/use tax and unclaimed property audits** , including:

    + Negotiating audit issues with state auditors to minimize assessments.

    + Managing multiple audits concurrently.

    + Recommending process improvements to improve audit readiness and documentation practices.

    Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

    + Effectively lead, motivate, and professionally develop tax staff.

    + Partner with internal departments (e.g., Legal, Finance, Accounting, IT) to improve tax processes and ensure compliance.

    + Communicate the company’s sales/use tax position and risks to executive leadership.

    + Maintain and enhance internal controls in compliance with **Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)** requirements.

    Qualifications

    Required

    + **7+ years** of progressive tax experience, with a focus on indirect tax

    + **CPA certification**

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

    + Completion of post-bachelor’s certificate or advanced coursework in taxation

    Preferred

    + Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation

    + Experience with **tax compliance software** and ERP systems

    + Background in **Big 4 public accounting**

    + Familiarity with **FAS 109 / ASC 740**

    Technical Skills

    + Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access

    + Experience with Business Objects or other BI/reporting tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI)

    + Familiarity with tax automation tools (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, ONESOURCE)

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

     

    Full time

     

    510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320

     

    Tax

     

    Family Dollar