Director, Global Tax Operations

Requisition ID: 72309

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is seeking a strategic and operationally-minded Director, Tax Operations to join our Global Tax Team. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for the company’s tax accounting, reporting, and compliance functions. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Global Tax, you will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of tax operations to ensure financial statement accuracy and global regulatory compliance.

This role is based onsite at our WoW Studios Office in Chicago. Located in the histroic Reid-Murdoch building, at the edge of the beautiful Chicago Riverwalk, WoW Studios and the World of Whirlpool host an immersive customer experience, inspiring audiences with Whirlpool Corporation’s iconic brands.

Your responsibilities will include

Global Tax Accounting: Lead end-to-end quarterly and annual global income tax provision process in accordance with ASC 740. Manage current and deferred tax calculations, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions. Analyze the ETR and perform return-to-provision true-ups. Monitor global tax legislation changes, assessing their impact and providing strategic recommendations. Partner with Tax Controversy to provide data and support for IRS and other audits.

External Reporting & SEC Compliance: Direct the preparation and review of tax-related disclosures for Forms 10-Q and 10-K. Ensure compliance with reporting standards, such as ASU 2023-09. Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors regarding tax provision and SOX controls. Mitigate risk by maintaining robust internal controls.

Global Tax Compliance: Oversee the timely filing of all US Federal and state and non-US income tax returns. Manage tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring alignment between international tax provisions and local filings.

Operational Excellence & Technology: Drive continuous process modernization with tax technology tools like ONESOURCE (OTP/OIT) and Alteryx. Partner with Finance, Treasury, and FP&A to provide accurate cash tax and GAAP tax forecasting. Support M&A activity, including tax due diligence and post-acquisition integration. Manage relationships with external tax consultants and auditors.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience within a large multinational corporation or a top-tier accounting firm

Deep technical proficiency in ASC 740 and U.S. Federal/State tax law.

Strong process orientation, with the ability to co-design a sustainable, cost-effective target operating model for Tax Operations.

Preferred skills and experiences

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License

At least 3 years in a significant leadership role.

Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems and tax provision software (e.g., Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) and/or Alteryx).

What we offer

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more!

Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.

Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.

Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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