URUS is seeking a highly experienced Tax Director to lead and oversee our global tax strategy and operations. This role will manage the Tax Manager and work closely with the SVP, Finance & Control
and other senior leadership to ensure compliance with US and international tax laws while optimizing our tax position across multiple jurisdictions. The Tax Director will play a crucial role in navigating the complexities of our tax structure and supporting the company's strategic growth initiatives.
You:
This role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional with a passion for leading teams, a deep understanding of US and international tax regulations, and a strategic mindset to align tax planning with corporate goals. You should thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise in tax strategy and compliance can directly impact the success of our organization.
Core Duties:
Global Tax Strategy & Planning:
Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive global tax strategy.
Provide strategic tax advice and assess risk in initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, reorganizations, and new market entries.
Lead efforts in cross-border tax planning.
Compliance Oversight & Risk Management:
Oversee, develop and implement the global tax compliance process and tax policies.
Implement and maintain a robust tax risk management framework.
Closely monitor tax laws and regulations in all jurisdictions where URUS operates.
Leadership & Team Development:
Lead, build, mentor, and develop the tax team.
Financial Reporting & Tax Accounting:
Identify, drive and implement process improvements that leverage technology and best practices.
Oversee the tax integration of acquired entities, ensuring seamless alignment with URUS existing tax structures and compliance processes.
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory:
Serve as a key advisor to the CFO and other senior executives.
Prepare and present tax strategy, compliance status, challenges, and risk assessments.
Build and maintain strong relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and governmental agencies
Requirements:
Bachelors/Masters Degree
Advanced Credentials (CPA, JD/LLM in Taxation)
Minimum of 12 years extensive Corporate and International Tax Experience
Travel-approximately 10%, both domestic and international
Ability to Lead in multi-national environments
Track record of building and leading high-performing teams that deliver results
Strategic Thinker with Business Acumen
Exceptional Communication and Influencing Skills

URUS was established to meet the needs of dairy and beef cattle producers around the globe today and far into the future.
As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS connects well-established agricultural organizations – Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Jetstream Genetics, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics, and VAS. Each of these organizations has its own unique identity, products, and services.
These companies provide cutting-edge genetics to accelerate genetic progress, customized reproductive service to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of smart dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help the cow achieve her genetic potential. Put simply, these companies focus on the cow and her caretaker.
Yet, URUS is more than the sum of its parts. The URUS framework facilitates synergies between its companies – connections that drive new developments. The size and scale of URUS also contribute to significant investment in research and technology. URUS will build the tools, products, and genetics that cow caretakers need for tomorrow's sustainable, productive, and profitable herds.
Count on URUS – and its companies – to be in it for the long term. Count on URUS to invest in the products and services that will enhance producers’ abilities to be successful in effectively and efficiently feeding the world.