Senior Director, Tax & Treasury

12+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, including leadership roles in a complex, multi‑state or multi‑jurisdiction environment; aerospace and defense or government contracting industry experience strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience preparing for or operating within a public‑company environment, including ASC 740, SEC reporting, and SOX 404.

Experience overseeing treasury operations, cash management, and banking relationships.

Strong understanding of government contracting financial structures, cost accounting standards, and regulatory constraints impacting tax.

Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives, manage external advisors, and work effectively in a dynamic, growth-focused organization.

Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis.

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Tax Strategy, Planning & Compliance

Lead the enterprise-wide tax function, including federal, multi‑state, and international (as applicable) corporate income tax; indirect taxes; and government‑related tax requirements specific to aerospace and defense operations.

Oversee and manage external tax advisors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant preparation of all filings and disclosures across all jurisdictions.

Develop a comprehensive tax strategy that optimizes effective tax rate (“ETR”), supports cash tax efficiency, and mitigates risk in alignment with the company’s growth trajectory and pending IPO.

Oversee ASC 740 tax accounting, including quarterly and annual provision, uncertain tax positions, and footnote disclosures required for SEC‑ready financial statements.

Manage all tax audits and regulatory inquiries, ensuring strong representation and documentation—particularly in areas sensitive to government contracting.

IPO Readiness & Public Company Governance

Serve as a core member of the IPO readiness team, ensuring the company’s tax function meets SEC, PCAOB, and SOX 404 requirements.

Develop public‑company standard tax policies, controls, reporting processes, and documentation.

Coordinate with external auditors, legal counsel, and underwriting advisors on tax disclosures, S‑1 content, and pro forma tax impacts.