Director, Tax

Company: NuScale Power, LLC
Location: Houston
Posted on: March 27, 2025

Job Description:

This position will be based full-time in our Houston, TX office, located in the energy corridor. An active CPA is required. Candidates with Up-C experience will receive priority consideration.POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the VP, Accounting, the Director, Tax is responsible for the Company's tax compliance, tax planning and accounting for income taxes and will work with the accounting team and third-party accounting firms. NuScale is comprised of public and non-public, domestic and international, corporate and partnership tax entities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct all tax compliance, including managing the preparation and filing of federal, state, sales & use, municipality and international income tax returns including all related analysis and support.
• Be a strategic business partner, researching, analyzing, advising and supporting the finance team and domestic and international project teams, in tax related issues.
• Maintain relationships with third party service providers and tax advisors, advising upon key decisions with respect to professional services required.
• Collaborate with third party advisors to ensure the review of the tax provision for SEC reporting purposes including the implications of any transactions or business combination accounting.
• Collaborate with third party advisors to ensure the business complies with any other tax provision agreements for private entities.
• Identify and resolve GAAP technical tax accounting matters as they arise.
• Conduct research as necessary to advise management of the tax implications resulting from projected organizational actions.
• Respond to federal, state and local tax notices and manage federal, state and local tax audits and examinations.
• Advise on proper structure of legal entities and intercompany activity.
• Develop and implement an expanding tax team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization that support the essential duties and responsibilities.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization. Leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:
  • Education: Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance is required. An active CPA is also required.
  • Experience: A minimum of 8+ years accounting or finance experience (preferably a combination of public and industry) and 5+ years in US and international tax and US Tax Reform matters, including ASC 740, is required. Experience with an Up-C structure, tax receivable agreements, and the consequences of DeSPAC transaction will are highly desired. Other required or preferred experience includes:
    • Demonstrated experience managing and/or developing a tax team (required).
    • Publicly traded company experience including SOX compliance (preferred).
    • Industry Requirements: Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
      • Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
      • The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
      • Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.NuScale Power, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.The target pay range for this position is $165,576 - $199,833 annually. The full pay range is $148,447 - $232,188. This position is also eligible to participate in NuScale's incentive bonus program with a target of 15% of annual base salary.At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.For information on employee benefits, please visit our Careers Overview page:
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