A global leader in coatings and specialty materials, providing innovative solutions to industries.
Lead global tax accounting, provision, compliance, and operations, mentoring team
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Pittsburgh, PA
Hybrid
Company Size
47,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coatings
Paints
Specialty Products
Industrial Solutions
Performance Coatings
Automotive Refinish
Architectural Coatings
Aerospace Coatings
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Automotive OEM
Automotive Refinish
Industrial Coatings
Packaging Coatings
Protective & Marine Coatings
Civil Infrastructure
Offshore
Role
Description
tax provision
sec disclosures
transfer pricing
etr forecast
cash tax
audit coordination
Provide oversight, guidance, and input on various organizational matters.
Lead and supervise the worldwide tax provision and related SEC disclosures, ensuring compliance with ASC 740 and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
Provide mentorship on potential tax implications and overall strategic considerations.
Coordinate with external auditors to maintain appropriate internal controls.
Collaborate in the leadership of the entire Global Tax organization, learn, and understand how all functions within the Tax department contribute to the business.
Collaborate on planning, global transfer pricing strategies, compliance and action plans.
Lead a team of 5 -10 direct reports.
Lead cross-functional initiatives across global finance and business units.
Work with Controllers and FP&A to ensure accuracy of the forecasted global effective tax rate (ETR) and cash tax model.
Provide tax accounting support and ongoing training to all regional ETR Preparers.
Mentor and develop team members to maintain and enhance team performance.
Requirements
tax experience
accounting degree
project management
global leadership
communication
travel
Willingness to travel as required, including internationally - expectations of travel (~20%) for meetings and site visits.
Strong ability to manage high-pressure situations and make critical decisions amidst shifting priorities, with a holistic view of tax legislation, reporting, planning, and audits' impact on our business.
Prior experience leading a global team.
Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills to convey complex matters with simplicity and clarity to non-experts across the organization.
Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
Ability to communicate complex technical information to various cross-functional audiences.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a tax-related field.
10+ years of diverse tax experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally including at least 5 years at a Big 4 accounting firm and a minimum of 3 years of in-house/corporate experience.
Ability to act as an effective advisor in a multicultural, global environment.
Proven experience in leading, managing, developing, and motivating a high-performance, diverse team across global regions.
Effective project management skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
only u.s. citizens, green card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1883
Historical Milestone
This reflects the company's long-standing presence and contributions to the industry over more than a century.
A global leader in coatings and specialty materials.
A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide.
Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods.
Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services.
Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets.
Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction.
Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions.
Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years.
Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.
Culture + Values
Operate safe and healthful workplaces by trusting and rewarding employees.
Cultivate a sense of belonging and harness diversity to drive innovation.
Conduct business ethically and compliantly.
Minimize environmental impact through operations.
Deliver innovative products and solutions to maximize customer asset performance.
Create mutual value through partnerships with suppliers and customers.
Deliver positive change in the communities where operations occur.
Partner with customers to create mutual value.
Unite as a global team to represent 'One PPG'.
Trust employees daily in every aspect of work.
Strive for continuous improvement to achieve better outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
50% by 2030
GHG Emissions Reduction Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
30% by 2030
Scope 3 GHG Emissions Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
41%
Sustainably Advantaged Products
Percentage of sales from sustainably advantaged products in 2024.
48%
Process Waste Management
Percentage of process waste reused, recycled, or recovered in 2024.
Committed to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
Committed to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
6% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
18% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites in water-stressed areas in 2024
98% of key suppliers assessed against sustainability and social responsibility criteria in 2024
Completed on-site solar installation in Caivano, Italy reducing ~390 metric tons CO₂ annually
Joined Make it Zero initiative in April 2025 to reduce scope 3 emissions in DIY sector
Inclusion & Diversity
Over 8,600 members
Employee Networks Growth
Eight Employee Resource Networks expanded to over 8,600 members across more than 60 countries in 2023.
32% Female Representation
Global Workforce Diversity
In 2023, 32% of non-frontline, global female professionals were represented in the workforce.
42% Participation Goal
Program Growth
The company aims for 42% global participation in Employee Resource Networks and DE&I programs by 2025.
9,809 Trained
DE&I Training
Since 2020, 9,809 people managers and employees have participated in allyship, inclusion, and DE&I hiring training.
DE&I learning journeys launched globally for all employees and leaders since 2020
Over 24,000 participants attended ERN events and DE&I learning experiences in 2023
Increased non-frontline U.S. headcount since 2021: Black +42%, Latino +44%, Asian +26%
35 DE&I Listen & Learn sessions held in 2023 with more than 2,100 employees participating