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What To Expect
The Associate General Counsel – U.S. Tax will be responsible for developing and implementing tax planning and strategies that maximize business opportunities while optimizing Tesla’s cash tax position and managing tax risk. The role will be responsible for all US and Canada indirect tax compliance, planning and audit defense. The role will also be responsible for partnering with non-finance stakeholders to strategically implement indirect tax policies with respect to new business initiatives.

The ideal candidate will need to be an innovative driver of change with the technical and leadership capabilities to manage a large team and portfolio of planning projects. The ideal candidate will also need to have experience coaching and mentoring high-performing and innovative tax teams. They will need to be an experienced professional who has planning experience, has had extensive exposure to managing a complex portfolio of transactions, and is skilled in creating and driving tax planning and strategy. This position will develop collaborative partnering relationships across Tesla and function as a liaison with key business groups for tax planning and will contribute as a key member of the tax team.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for developing and implementing U.S. and Canada indirect tax planning strategies to optimize Tesla’s effective tax rate and cash tax position
• Responsible for implementing technology solutions to ensure timely and correct filing of tax returns and monthly and quarterly close process
• Recommend and implement responsive action to manage existing positions and capture new opportunities
• Support teams to tightly manage U.S. and Canada indirect and property tax audits
• Responsible for effectively communicating to senior management the tax consequences of tax planning initiatives as well as tax cycle reviews
• Interact with the business and functional leaders to proactively identify opportunities to conserve cash by minimizing tax liabilities and ensuring processes are being followed
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external auditors

What You'll Bring

• 15+ years-experience working within a large multinational company, Big 4 public accounting, or a law firm handling complex U.S. tax issues and analysis
• Must have strong U.S. Federal and state tax experience, Subchapter C, intercompany restructuring, and international reorganizations
• Must have proven experience in creating and managing a portfolio of planning projects and meeting deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of interfacing with individuals at all levels of the organization both in and outside of Tax
• Excellent management and leadership skills and demonstrated success in leading, developing, and mentoring a group of tax professionals
• Ability to handle and proactively manage change and is a strong team player who generates enthusiasm, collaboration, credibility, and commitment
• J.D., or equivalent preferred

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$222,400 - $416,400/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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