Director, Tax Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for director, tax, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for aSC 740 tax provision support and review preparation;.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience preparing U.S. corporate tax returns preferred
• Sales/Use/Property Tax experience
• Exposure to working with financial systems and integrating with tax systems
• Completion-oriented self-starter, comfortable in an acquisitive environment
• Broad knowledge of business issues, acquisition planning, research and development credits, financial allocations and tax withholding and accounting for income taxes
• In depth knowledge of theory and calculations under GAAP rules
• Domestic tax compliance experience
• Advanced knowledge of Property Tax Management System, Excel, and Oracle systems

I am excited to be applying for the position of director, tax. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for documentation and support of FAS 5 or FIN 48 tax reserves, including interest and penalty calculations to Tax Provision team.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Prior experience in corporate tax role with responsibility for tax compliance, accounting and tax planning support
• MS Excel, tax and accounting research tools, enterprise/general ledger (GL) systems, and tax compliance applications
• Experienced in evaluating and applying corporate tax concepts under GAAP and SSAP
• Advanced understanding of corporate tax principles and tax accounting guidance
• Prior budgeting experience is preferred
• Strategic planning abilities and critical thinking skills
• Skill in written and verbal communication and in preparing effective presentations, with clear narrative and impactful graphics
• Experience with ERP systems, ideally Oracle

I am excited to be applying for the position of director, tax. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support in identifying, documenting, and monitoring any uncertain tax positions under ASC 740-10.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Demonstrate working knowledge of federal and state corporate tax compliance
• Possess excellent tax research skills
• Individual should have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong working knowledge of ASC 740 Income Taxes and ASC 450 Contingencies
• Significant tax technical background and experience with international taxation (both U.S. international and foreign tax rules)
• Proficiency with internet-based tax research tools (e.g., Checkpoint, BNA, Orbitax)
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, attention to detail and sense of urgency
• SEC tax reporting, ASC 740, ASC 718 and international tax experience is preferred

Please consider me for the director, tax opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for state tax consulting, including technical research, exposure quantification, audit defense, ASC 450 reviews and other state tax consulting.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• A deep understanding of real estate partnership tax principles and tax mitigation strategies
• Proven track record of advising clients on successful strategies similar to those outlined in the Responsibilities section outlined above
• A gritty determination to win
• An impeccable track record of integrity and character
• Certification as a CPA is preferred
• Strong detailed knowledge of tax and financial reporting practices, GAAP principles and rules
• Strong knowledge of IRS compliance and reporting requirements and regulations
• A hands-on management style that is proactive and innovative

I would like to submit my application for the director, tax opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for state tax consulting, including nexus studies, technical research, sales tax compliance, exposure quantification, voluntary disclosures, audit defense, reverse sales tax audits, ASC 450 reviews and other state tax consulting.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proven success in developing and leading a team of people using a collaborative management style in a fast-paced dynamic multi-national public company environment
• Technical tax research and analysis
• Basic quantitative analysis
• Established network of relevant and knowledgeable international tax advisors and consultants, especially across the LAC Region
• Enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable
• Willingness to travel as needed to LAC Region offices, particularly Miami (if based in Foster City)
• A CPA and Big 4 tax experience
• Strong technical knowledge of income tax, accounting for income taxes