Director, Tax – Indirect

Role Overview

• Lead and manage all indirect tax compliance activities, including sales tax, GST, and use tax for US states and jurisdictions, Canada, and Puerto Rico
• Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of indirect tax returns and related reporting
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, process documentation, and compliance procedures
• Conduct technical research and analyze the impact of indirect tax law changes on the business
• Partner with cross‑functional teams including Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Accounting to ensure accurate taxability determinations for products and services
• Manage configuration, maintenance, and accuracy of indirect tax automation systems (e.g., OneSource)
• Serve as the primary liaison with external tax advisors and tax authorities
• Manage responses to tax audits, notices, and information requests
• Provide indirect tax support on business initiatives, system updates, and contract reviews
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to drive value to CDK
• Drive process improvement/automation across the organization to increase efficiency and reduce risk of errors in indirect taxation
• Mentor and develop the 2 indirect tax team members to ensure strong performance and professional growth
• Monitor compliance obligations across existing jurisdictions and support registration requirements where needed
• Follow all CDK Global policies and procedures
• Complete all mandatory assigned compliance tasks and acknowledgements
• Meet or exceed all performance expectations
• Hire and train new employees
• Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
• Set goals for performance, monitor employee productivity, and provide constructive feedback and coaching
• Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises
• Role model company values and leadership expectations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of indirect tax experience with multi-state exposure
• Strong knowledge of sales and use tax rules applicable to technology and/or service-based industries
• Demonstrated experience leading indirect tax compliance processes
• Proficiency with indirect tax automation platforms (e.g., OneSource)
• Strong analytical and technical tax skills, including research and interpretation of complex regulations
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage recurring deadlines effectively
• Strong organizational and project management abilities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Matching Program
• Tuition Reimbursement