Director, Tax Strategy and Operations

The Opportunity:We, at Flywire, are seeking a Director, Tax Strategy and OperationsThe Director, Tax Strategy and Operations, will be an integral part of the finance organization and will partner closely with the business on a wide range of tax matters. This position will be responsible for direct income taxes, consolidated tax provision preparation / review, transfer pricing analysis, special project implementation and tax technology innovations. As a well-rounded tax professional, your role will provide insightful and practical advice to help the business and senior management make strategic and tactical decisions for our company:Preparation/review of the interim and annual tax provision and financial reporting (in accordance with ASC 740), including accurate and timely tax accounting disclosures and working with external auditors to provide supporting documentation, as requested.Preparation of monthly and quarterly tax account reconciliations. Review the outsourced US federal and state income tax returns, state franchise tax returns, and international income tax returns, and coordinate the payment of all direct tax payments Manage uncertain tax benefit / tax exposure analysisPreparation of quarterly / annual SOX tax controlsSupport global income tax audits and exams by preparing/reviewing responses and appropriate analysis.Review transfer pricing analysis and calculations and maintain transfer pricing documentation.Analyze tax information and consider tax impacts, implications and strategies related to mergers and acquisitions.Monitor and manage state and local tax nexus and global permanent establishment.Develop and maintain relationships throughout the finance organization and cross-functionally to increase understanding of the business and potential impacts on tax compliance and strategy.Prepare ad hoc analyses, and assist, lead and/or manage with special tax projects including coordination with internal teams and outside advisors/consultants as needed.Identify and explore global tax planning opportunities and strategiesContinuously look for opportunities to improve existing tax processes and procedures, including staying current on latest technology developments to improve and automate tax processesStay current with global tax-related accounting pronouncements and global tax legislative changes.Tax research, as needed