Tax Planning Manager

American Electric Power

The Role

Overview

Lead federal, state, local and international tax planning, M&A analysis, and audit defense.

Key Responsibilities

  • tax legislation
  • tax planning
  • compliance reporting
  • risk analysis
  • m&a due diligence
  • regulatory support

Tasks

-Support federal, state & local tax legislation efforts. -Coordinate with all areas of the tax organization to assure seamless implementation of tax planning strategies. -Monitor and report on AEP’s state and local tax posture and related compliance requirements. -Contribute to departmental internal controls and service quality through research, risk analysis, documentation and targeted tax compliance reviews. -Manage the day-to-day tax planning projects for business unit transactions. -Provide input concerning risk analysis surrounding uncertain tax positions and audit defense efforts with respect to tax positions claimed on tax returns. -Support departmental regulatory processes through analysis and testimony related to tax planning projects. -Manage the tax research and planning aspects of merger, acquisition and disposition transactions including due diligence, financial analysis and entity structuring along with the coordination of outside service providers.

Requirements

  • tax experience
  • cpa
  • cma
  • cia
  • law degree
  • supervisory

What You Bring

-Eight (8) years of tax experience to include management of domestic and/or international planning, compliance, and audit work. -Bachelor’s degree in business from an accredited college or university. -CPA, CMA, CIA, or Law Degree preferred but not required. -Six (6) years of tax experience to include management of domestic and/or international planning, compliance, and audit work. -Two (2) years direct supervisory experience.

Benefits

-Short-term incentive -Base salary ranging from $112,869 - $172,333 -Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401K -AEP pension -Long-term incentive with Grade 10

The Company

About American Electric Power

-Powers millions across the United States with a vast electric transmission and distribution network. -Has been a leader in the transformation of the energy sector for over a century. -Focuses on reliable power generation, cutting-edge energy solutions, and a growing commitment to renewables. -Operates one of the largest electricity transmission networks in the U.S., delivering energy to homes, businesses, and industries. -Has a legacy of pioneering innovative technologies and projects to improve grid reliability and energy efficiency. -Is expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind power projects that are helping shape the future of energy. -Undertakes large-scale projects such as major power plant construction, infrastructure upgrades, and renewable energy installations, supporting both industrial and residential clients. -Is dedicated to sustainable energy and modernizing grid infrastructure, making it an influential player in the energy transition.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Infrastructure

Commercial

Residential

Renewable Energy

Solar

Wind

Grid Solutions

Energy Efficiency

Combined Heat and Power

Energy Storage

Substations

Fuel Cells

Waste Heat Recovery

Peaking Generation Resources

Energy Data Analytics

Energy Supply