Senior Director, Global Tax

MKS Instruments is a global provider of instruments, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers. Additional information can be found at www.mks.com. Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you. We are looking for an exceptional Senior Director, Global Tax who can provide global leadership for strategic tax planning and management of tax department functions for a multinational, publicly-traded, high technology company. The position will report to the Vice President, Tax & Treasury. MKS Instruments is a market leader that has engaged in significant growth internally and through acquisitions. Responsibilities include: Handle or supervise all facets of corporate tax matters including: Tax planning and research to achieve corporate goals and adjust to the changing global tax environment Analysis of proposed and actual tax law changes Mergers and acquisitions analysis and integration Review and improvement of ASC 740 computations Automation of tax processes Manage a total of 11 personnel (3 direct reports) with roles in planning, tax accounting and compliance What you will bring to the team, along with your curiosity is: CPA or attorney with Big 4 experience, industry experience and Masters in Taxation or equivalent and 15 years relevant experience Extensive knowledge of all aspects of taxation on a global scale Proficiency in business issues and the ability to articulate complex tax concepts to non-tax personnel Cost effectively direct and manage external advisors Communication and leadership skills with the ability to be viewed as a trusted advisor Self-starter able to identify issues and desired outcomes and effectively manage projects from planning/design through implementation Ability to work with Finance and other departments to implement tax projects in coordination with business objectives Ability/willingness to travel up to 20% Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees. MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role Work, job, career. Similar words that can have very different meanings when you join the right company with outstanding people. And that company is MKS Instruments. Our vision is to enable the technologies that transform our world. Our people are the reason we continue to be one of the fastest-growing companies, - an innovation leader and trusted partner pushing the boundaries of possibility. Consider us if you are seeking a place to learn, grow and be a part of the next generation of technical expansion. So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.