Senior Director Tax

Your Work Matters:

The Senior Director of Tax leads the company's total tax function, including U.S. federal and state income tax, financial reporting under ASC 740, property tax, sales and use tax, and compliance. The position sets enterprise tax strategy, ensures accurate, timely, and compliant tax positions, and manages tax risk in support of the company's financial and operational objectives. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this leader partners closely with the CFO, Legal, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations, and represents the tax function with external auditors, advisors, and taxing authorities.

Your Day Consists Of:

Income Tax Provision and Financial Reporting (ASC 740)

- Own the preparation, review, and analysis of the quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including current and deferred tax calculations, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and effective tax rate reconciliation.
- Own the monthly income tax entries and ensure all income tax related accounts in the financial statements are properly stated and reconciled.
- Set the tax accounting position on complex items such as stock-based compensation, fixed assets, inventory, leases, acquisitions and dispositions, and other transactions.
- Own tax-related footnotes and disclosures for SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q), including rate reconciliations, and support the Corporate Controller and CFO in presenting tax matters to the Audit Committee and external auditors.
- Assess the impact of new tax legislation, accounting standards, and regulatory changes on the tax provision and financial statements, and communicate implications to senior leadership.
- Provide forecasted effective tax rate and cash tax projections under a variety of scenarios to support earnings guidance and financial planning.

Tax Compliance and Filings

- Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all federal and state corporate income tax returns, including consolidated returns and related schedules.
- Manage multi-state income tax compliance, including apportionment, nexus determinations, and state-specific matters relevant to a retail business (e.g., sourcing of sales for income tax purposes).
- Direct the sales and use tax function, including collection and remittance across store and e-commerce jurisdictions, tax engine configuration, exemption certificate management, and returns.
- Manage external tax preparers and service providers while maintaining internal ownership and review processes.

Tax Controversy and Risk Management

- Lead federal, state, and local income, sales and use, and property tax audits, appeals, and voluntary disclosure matters through resolution.
- Direct external counsel and advisors on controversy matters and ensure exposures are properly reflected in reserves and disclosures.
- Maintain a documented tax risk framework and monitor exposures across all tax types.

Tax Planning and Strategy

- Develop and execute enterprise tax strategy to optimize the effective tax rate and cash taxes while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Identify and evaluate tax opportunities related to retail operations, such as credits, deductions, incentives, and structuring of business activities, including new store and distribution network investments.
- Advise executive leadership and business units on the tax implications of operational decisions, capital investments, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.

Property Tax Oversight

- Direct the company's property tax function, including compliance with real and personal property tax returns, assessments, appeals, and payments across all jurisdictions.
- Collaborate with internal real estate, finance, and operations teams to support accurate asset reporting for property tax purposes.

Team Leadership and Process Improvement

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax managers and professionals across income tax, indirect tax, property tax, and trade, setting priorities, conducting performance reviews, and building succession plans.
- Own the tax department organization design, budget, and external advisor spend.
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls and processes for tax compliance and reporting, including SOX compliance where applicable.
- Drive efficiency through technology, automation, and best practices in tax operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and external auditors on tax-related matters impacting financial statements.
- Partner with the CFO, Legal, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Operations leaders to align tax strategy with enterprise priorities.

You'll be Successful With:

- Deep expertise in ASC 740 tax accounting and provision processes.
- Executive presence and influence, with the ability to research complex tax topics and present them clearly to the Corporate Controller, CFO, and internal and external auditors.
- Proven ability to lead managers, build high-performing teams, and perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Broad knowledge of income, sales and use, property, and trade tax requirements and the related internal controls.
- Sound judgment in assessing and managing tax risk, including audit defense and negotiation with taxing authorities.
- Ability to drive process improvements and develop systematic processes.
- Ability to analyze, solve problems, and adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting required, Master’s preferred
- CPA required
- 12-15 years of progressive tax experience, including 5+ years of people leadership with management of managers
- Public company ASC 740 and SEC reporting experience
- Working knowledge of sales and use tax and customs and trade compliance, and experience leading tax audits, preferred
- Proficiency with tax software (OneSource) and general ledger systems (Oracle) preferred
- Big 4 public accounting experience preferred

Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment)

- Occasional travel may be required including air and/or car travel
- The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet.
- Extended hours may be required during monthly/quarterly close and SEC filing periods.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Sedentary Work – Ability to exert 10 - 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Note: Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion.

Benefits & Rewards

Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level

Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)

Work-life balance, including:

- Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates
- Paid holidays plus a personal holiday
- Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1

Equal Employment Opportunity

Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.

This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.  This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.