Director, Corporate Taxation

Title: Director, Corporate Taxation

Location: Wilmington, DE

time type: Full time

job requisition id: 40970

Job Description:

AAA Club Alliance is seeking a Director, Corporate Taxation to join our team! This role leads all aspects of the company’s tax strategy, compliance, and financial administration of defined benefit plans. The Director is responsible for minimizing tax liability through proactive planning, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and supporting strategic decision-making in partnership with the Finance Leadership Team. This role also oversees the financial management of the company’s defined benefit and non-qualified retirement plans, including funding strategies and compliance with accounting and reporting standards.

What We Offer:

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a total rewards package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our package includes:

• Competitive annual salary; the starting base compensation for this position is: $103,086 - $180,453

• Annual Bonus + Annual Merit Increase Eligibility

• Hybrid schedule (3 days on-site weekly)

• Comprehensive health benefits package

• 3+ weeks of paid time off accrued during your first year

• 401(K) plan with company match up to 7%

• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off to volunteer & company-sponsored volunteer events throughout the year

• Other benefits include a free AAA Premier Membership, Health & Wellness Program, Health Concierge Service, Life Insurance and Short Term/Long Term Disability

* The base pay range shown is a guideline for compensation and ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate tax strategy to optimize the company’s overall tax position.
• Oversee preparation and filing of all corporate federal, state, and local tax returns (~ 400 annually), excluding payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance.
• Manage all tax examinations and audits (Federal, State, Local, Sales & Use, Property, and Business Privilege taxes).
• Stay current on tax legislation and advise leadership on implications of regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with external advisors to manage complex tax issues, mitigate risks, and identify savings opportunities.
• Support accounting teams in reconciling tax-related accounts and maintaining accurate tax liability balances.
• Prepare tax footnotes and disclosures for audited financial statements.
• Maintain a comprehensive tax calendar and ensure adherence to all filing and payment deadlines.
• Partner with actuaries to manage the financial aspects of defined benefit (DB) and non-qualified retirement plans, including assumption setting, funding strategies, and valuation reviews.
• Oversee compliance with ASC 715 and ASC 710 and ensure accurate financial reporting of plan assets and obligations.
• Prepare and file annual financial reports and disclosures for pension and retirement plans.
• Evaluate and recommend optimal funding and investment strategies to support long-term plan sustainability.
• Manage the financial administration of Corporate-Owned Life Insurance (COLI) programs and related funding mechanisms for non-qualified plans.
• Partner closely with the VP, Accounting/Controller and senior finance leadership to align tax and benefit plan strategies with overall corporate objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to automate and streamline tax processes, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain compliance with accounting standards, policies, and corporate governance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned    

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master’s in Taxation preferred. Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive corporate tax and accounting leadership, including federal, state, and local compliance oversight. Strong command of U.S. tax law, corporate tax reporting, and consolidation (Life/Non-Life and 1120-PC returns).
• Proficiency with OneSource Compliance and OneSource Tax Provision software (or equivalent) required.
• Experience with Workday General Ledger and multi-entity accounting environments required.
• Experience in corporate or shared services finance supporting joint ventures or complex organizational structures preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic thinker with deep analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and tax efficiency initiatives.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with senior management and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Full time Associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks Paid parental leave 
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA Membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our Members and customers.  We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.  It is ACA’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA’s operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Job Category:  Management