Manager, International Tax

Build a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future

Imagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues, a company that invests in its future by investing in you. Little Caesars is a company where our colleagues make an impact.

Your Mission:                     

In this role, you will provide tax expertise related to international and domestic tax matters for Little Caesars and related companies covering current/future business ventures.  The International Tax Manager is responsible for tax research and compliance, foreign audits, communication of international tax developments, and coordination with external tax advisors and regulators.   You will have access to proprietary and confidential information on new business developments and must adhere to the strictest confidentiality standards.  You will have the ability to work autonomously and will interact with all levels of colleagues and external professionals.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Collaborate with external tax consultants and attorneys on an as needed basis.
• Act as the primary contact for external auditors, consultants and legal counsel as related to international tax audits, findings, settlement or litigation.  Communicate any tax adjustments to management and document all tax findings, partner capital accounts and basis allocation.
• Develop strategies related to the formation of new international structures and present these strategies to all levels of management.  Participate as requested in meetings.
• Monitor international tax policies, regulations or legislative changes.  Research relevant tax issues and potential transactions and provide verbal or written advice to management.
• Responsible for preparation and review of international tax returns and providing expertise related to international allocation rules. 
• Responsible for identifying, developing and implementing tax planning strategies and tax efficient structures to minimize tax liabilities and fulfill compliance requirements.
• Prepare FIN 48 calculation for all applicable entities as necessary.
• Responsible for overseeing Federal, State/Local tax audits and defending positions taken on those audits.
• Register entities as required for SUT, VAT, GST/HST, PST, and any other related indirect taxes when required. (Pizza Kits (LCF), Retail Tech, and other compulsory registration positions).
• Oversee SUT, B&O, GST, and any VAT return filings.
• Own taxability determinations on all products offered and fees billed to customers and franchisees.  Assist Franchisees with tax facing concerns such as taxability on their billings, POS taxation, and any other related concerns.
• Lead technology implementation and reporting for tax purposes with Vertex, Oracle, CaesarVision, and other similar software.
• Research and advise business on tax implications of various operational strategies including not-for-profit, marketplace delivery partnerships, fundraising, new product offerings, pods, cross border sales, and other business decisions that may have tax consequences.
• Review and advise on permanent establishment considerations related to contractor and employee direct pay situationships.  
• Work with internal groups to create various reports that meet franchise and business requirements related to tax.
• Oversee, train and develop direct report(s).

• Assist Ilitch Companies tax staff during heavy workload periods with income tax compliance, domestic sales and use tax filings, property tax filings or other tax functions as requested.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting, or Finance.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience with a corporate tax/accounting firm, specializing in international tax law.  Current international corporate tax compliance and planning experience required.
• Evidence of highly developed communication skills with the ability to present complex and technical information in verbal or written formats to a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Substantiated ability to read and interpret complex technical information, journals or articles and communicate findings to a variety of technical or non-technical people.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage complex, technical projects with strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels, inside and outside of the organization.
• Evidence of highly developed analytical skills and demonstrated ability to approach an issue, apply sound business judgment and make appropriate decisions. 
• Evidence of flexibility and ability to adapt to changing priorities and multi-task.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, database, Internet and applicable tax compliance software).  Advanced level Excel skills required. 

• Master’s degree in Taxation, MBA, JD or CPA preferred.
• Previous experience in audit compliance with Federal, state and local jurisdictions preferred.
• Familiarity with ProSystem & CorpTax software, Vertex, Oracle, or Infinium a plus.

Where You’ll Work:

• A state-of-the-art building with a modern-day, open environment in the heart of The District Detroit.
• A colleague fitness center, work café and an outdoor patio with grills.
• Over 60 different meeting spaces to help promote a collaborative environment
• Ability to travel as necessary and abide by corporate travel policies.