VP, US Indirect Tax

Why we're hiring:

Elevate Your Tax Career at WPP. We're investing in our future, and that includes building a world-class finance organization. As our new VP, US Indirect Tax, you'll be at the forefront of this transformation, driving change and expanding your expertise within a collaborative and stimulating environment. Join our US Tax team and experience the power of growth at WPP.

What you will be doing:

Lead and shape indirect tax strategy at WPP. As VP, US Indirect Tax, you'll play a vital role in optimizing our global tax posture. Reporting to the Senior Vice President – Tax Counsel, you'll lead a team in the US and India, driving key initiatives including:

• Strategic Guidance: Providing expert indirect tax counsel on procurement and client contracts, ensuring alignment with WPP policy.
• Process Improvement: Enhancing company-wide indirect tax policies, maintaining robust SOX controls, and overseeing efficient reserves and recharge processes.
• Audit Management: Confidently managing indirect tax audits and notices, minimizing risk and ensuring compliance.
• Nexus Evaluation & Registration: Determining nexus for US entities and coordinating necessary registrations.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Implementation: Staying ahead of evolving indirect tax laws and regulations, implementing necessary updates in our ERP finance systems, including the rollout of our new tax engine.
• Team Leadership & Development: Supervising and mentoring a high-performing team in the US and India, reviewing and approving indirect tax filings.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with internal and external stakeholders to provide timely and accurate information.

What you'll need:

Ready to make a difference? We're looking for a collaborative and driven tax professional with:

• Solid Foundation: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation from an accredited college/university. A post-graduate degree (MS Tax) or CPA is a plus.
• Big Four Experience: Seven or more years of experience in public accounting at a Big Four firm.
• Indirect Tax Expertise: Deep understanding of US indirect tax rules and reporting obligations.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint) and experience with Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Engine.
• Problem-Solving Prowess: Strong analytical and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Leadership Experience: Proven ability to manage large onshore and offshore teams.
• Proactive Approach: Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are accepting: of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?