Director, Tax

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation

Director, Tax

Location: Remote with periodic travel, residing in DE, PA, MD, FL, OH, VA, NC or GA

What makes us great…

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress.  We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. 

What you’ll be working on…  

• Leading the interim and annual income tax accounting process to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, and documenting supporting calculations and income tax accounting positions as well as executing internal control reviews.

• Leading the income tax compliance function to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing Federal and state income tax calculations, income tax returns, extensions and estimated tax payments, as well as researching and documenting income tax positions. Responsibilities also include responding to notices from taxing authorities.

• Supporting the regulatory filing and forecasting process to ensure accurate and timely reporting. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing tax related details supporting rate case filings and projected income tax obligations as well as scenario modeling.

• Independently researching and concluding on various complex tax issues to determine the appropriate tax treatment and related reporting. Research includes preparing written memorandums for review and technical presentations to the leadership team. Investigating, concluding, and responding to inquiries regarding tax matters made by organizations within Chesapeake.

• Analyzing and interpreting changes to federal and state tax laws as well as communicating financial impact of changes. Assisting in controversial matters with governmental agencies including but not limited to the Internal Revenue Service, regulatory agencies, and other state taxing authorities. Activities include assisting in formulating position statements with respect to identified controversies raised by authorities.

• Mentoring and developing staff including providing feedback and direction on assignments and projects with a focus on the Chesapeake’s core competencies and values.

• Proactively identifying, driving, and implementing process improvements that promote risk management, streamline activities, and enhance transparency in tax work streams. Participating in project planning and support special projects.

• Overseeing Federal and State corporate income tax, sales and use tax and property tax, in addition to other tax related issues.

• Supervising three direct reports and also manages third party consultant relationships associated with Chesapeake’s tax compliance process.

Who you are...

• Ten years or more of professional corporate tax experience focusing n publicly traded companies, including a combination of industry and either public accounting or law firms.
• Ability to perform legal and tax research.
• Good working knowledge of all major areas of federal and state corporate tax law.
• Proficient analytical ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Proficient technical skills, including MS Office products and related tax systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Tax.
• Preferably have five years or more of professional tax experience focusing o publicly traded utility companies.
• Preferably a CPA or hold another financial certification and/or an advanced degree (JD or MST or LLM).
• Experience with PowerPlan’s PowerTax, Onesource, ERP, etc.

Where you’ll be working:

• Remote, home based working environment, occasional travel as needed.

Benefits/what’s in it for you? 

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.