esVolta
Tax Director
esVolta, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659
Job Description: Director, Tax
Company OverviewesVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline.We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.
CultureAt esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance, and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.
Job DescriptionesVolta seeks a passionate and data-driven financial leader to oversee all tax aspects of the company as well as its projects. The Director, Tax will oversee planning, filing and payment of the company’s state and federal income taxes, tax partnerships, sales and use taxes, and property taxes, and will help make informed and intelligent decisions to best manage tax benefits and liabilities. The Director, Tax will report to the CFO.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the company’s tax function, including developing and optimizing tax strategies for the company’s state and federal income taxes, tax partnerships, sales and use taxes, and property taxes and tax/GAAP interactions.Oversee all aspects of tax planning, compliance, and reporting, ensuring that the company remains in full compliance with tax laws and regulations while maximizing tax benefits and incentives.Stay up to date with the latest tax laws, regulations, and incentives, particularly related to investment tax credits available to energy storage projects under the Inflation Reduction Act.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and operations to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and transactions.Collaborate with esVolta’s parent company as well as with third-party advisors and tax preparers to ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax returns, including federal, state, and local tax filings.Identify and evaluate tax planning opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and maximize tax credits with specific focus on energy storage investment tax credits available under the Inflation Reduction Act.Conduct regular reviews to identify potential risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement.Build and maintain relationships with external tax counsel, advisors, auditors, and government agencies to ensure compliance and stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations.Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax-related matters, including financial planning, budgeting, and financial modeling.
Skills and Qualifications10+ years of progressive experience in all aspects of taxation, and a deep understanding of income tax, tax partnerships and the IRA Act.5+ years of experience in the renewable energy industry or energy storage sector, including experience in structuring and evaluating tax equity partnerships or comparable tax credit monetization transactions.Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance, or taxation. Master’s degree is a plus.Experience in a cross-functional environment, working closely with finance, legal, development, operations, and construction departments.Ability to clearly and succinctly present tax trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions to company executive management and the board of directors.Proven ability to make informed and well-supported decisions on large tax-oriented transactions.Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a vibrant environment.Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence partners and key business decisions.Tech savvy with strong working knowledge of MS Office, including demonstrable expertise with Excel and spreadsheet analysis.Self-starter with natural curiosity, enthusiasm, desire to learn and ability to deal with ambiguity.
Compensation and LocationThe annual salary plus target bonus range for this position is listed below. The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.Director, TaxSalary $180000 - $200,000Target Bonus 20-25%
Location is flexible, option to work-from-home with periodic office visits for in-person engagement or to work from company offices in Newport Beach. Requires ability to travel to company offices, project sites and business meetings as needed.esVolta is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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Company OverviewesVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline.We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.
CultureAt esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance, and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.
Job DescriptionesVolta seeks a passionate and data-driven financial leader to oversee all tax aspects of the company as well as its projects. The Director, Tax will oversee planning, filing and payment of the company’s state and federal income taxes, tax partnerships, sales and use taxes, and property taxes, and will help make informed and intelligent decisions to best manage tax benefits and liabilities. The Director, Tax will report to the CFO.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the company’s tax function, including developing and optimizing tax strategies for the company’s state and federal income taxes, tax partnerships, sales and use taxes, and property taxes and tax/GAAP interactions.Oversee all aspects of tax planning, compliance, and reporting, ensuring that the company remains in full compliance with tax laws and regulations while maximizing tax benefits and incentives.Stay up to date with the latest tax laws, regulations, and incentives, particularly related to investment tax credits available to energy storage projects under the Inflation Reduction Act.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and operations to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and transactions.Collaborate with esVolta’s parent company as well as with third-party advisors and tax preparers to ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax returns, including federal, state, and local tax filings.Identify and evaluate tax planning opportunities to minimize tax liabilities and maximize tax credits with specific focus on energy storage investment tax credits available under the Inflation Reduction Act.Conduct regular reviews to identify potential risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement.Build and maintain relationships with external tax counsel, advisors, auditors, and government agencies to ensure compliance and stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations.Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax-related matters, including financial planning, budgeting, and financial modeling.
Skills and Qualifications10+ years of progressive experience in all aspects of taxation, and a deep understanding of income tax, tax partnerships and the IRA Act.5+ years of experience in the renewable energy industry or energy storage sector, including experience in structuring and evaluating tax equity partnerships or comparable tax credit monetization transactions.Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, finance, or taxation. Master’s degree is a plus.Experience in a cross-functional environment, working closely with finance, legal, development, operations, and construction departments.Ability to clearly and succinctly present tax trends, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions to company executive management and the board of directors.Proven ability to make informed and well-supported decisions on large tax-oriented transactions.Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately while working in a vibrant environment.Strong interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence partners and key business decisions.Tech savvy with strong working knowledge of MS Office, including demonstrable expertise with Excel and spreadsheet analysis.Self-starter with natural curiosity, enthusiasm, desire to learn and ability to deal with ambiguity.
Compensation and LocationThe annual salary plus target bonus range for this position is listed below. The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.Director, TaxSalary $180000 - $200,000Target Bonus 20-25%
Location is flexible, option to work-from-home with periodic office visits for in-person engagement or to work from company offices in Newport Beach. Requires ability to travel to company offices, project sites and business meetings as needed.esVolta is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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