Senior Director, Tax Accounting

Job Summary

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

As part of ourGlobal Finance Team, we are seeking aSenior Director, Tax Accountingto join us in aremoteorhybridcapacity based inNew York, NY. Be part of astrategic, growth-oriented, and collaborativeteam where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Lead quarterly and annual reporting of corporate income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), ensuring compliance with Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 740.
• Ensure accuracy of global effective tax rate and cash tax forecasts, and communicate key results to executive leadership and finance stakeholders.
• Develop and implement global tax accounting policies and procedures, including process improvements and optimal use of OneSource Tax Provision software.
• Partner with tax compliance, planning, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and controversy teams to advise on tax accounting implications.
• Provide oversight and guidance to the tax accounting team, including internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance.
• Monitor changes in U.S. GAAP, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requirements, and tax laws, ensuring the team remains informed and compliant.
• Participate in tax department leadership to set strategic direction, drive team engagement, and lead execution of key priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and financial statement auditors.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives within the broader finance organization.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, tax, or a related field; Master's in taxation or accounting is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of global tax experience, including Big Four public accounting and in-house corporate experience with a U.S.-based multinational public company.
• Extensive experience with ASC 740 tax accounting and reporting.
• Experience with tax implications of divestitures, acquisitions, and other M&A activities.
• Strong knowledge of tax accounting systems, including OneSource Tax Provision and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms.
• Proven ability to implement process improvements and leverage tax technology.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and developing high-performing, diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with strong project management capabilities.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience leading global tax transformation initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in tax technology and data analytics.
• Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Why Choose Us?

• Be part of a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition.
• Work with passionate, innovative teams making a real impact.
• Enjoy opportunities for growth, development, and career advancement.
• Thrive in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Contribute to sustainable solutions that improve everyday products.
• Access a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, and an annual bonus plan.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more