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EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

This pivotal role within a Fortune 200 technology company focuses on leading federal tax examinations and managing complex controversy matters during a period of rapid organizational transformation. The incoming leader resolves critical audit challenges, mitigates potential tax exposures, and establishes proactive processes to minimize future compliance risks. Collaborating closely with internal business units and external auditors, this position drives strategic alignment while modernizing tax workflows through advanced technology and data analytics. Success requires a balance of sophisticated technical tax research and the ability to articulate complex tax positions to executive leadership.

What Success Looks Like (Objectives):

• Serve as the primary liaison for IRS auditors, external consultants, and internal executive stakeholders to streamline all federal audit-related communications and strategic responses
• Direct day-to-day federal examinations, including the research, formulation, and timely submission of responses to Information Document Requests (IDRs) and official notices
• Formulate proactive compliance processes and robust internal controls that materially reduce future audit risk and exposure across the enterprise
• Evaluate complex tax positions under ASC 740, document uncertain tax positions, and author high-quality technical tax memoranda supporting the firm's strategic planning
• Partner with cross-functional corporate accounting and business teams to align tax planning initiatives with broader department OKRs and corporate objectives
• Leverage AI-driven tax research platforms and automation tools to accelerate legislative monitoring, analyze tax developments, and synthesize regulatory impacts for senior leadership

Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring):

• Critical experience in leading federal tax examinations and managing controversy within a Big 4 accounting firm or a large corporate tax environment
• Strong skills in advanced Excel modeling, data interpretation, and modern tax platforms such as Corptax, Longview, and Alteryx
• Ability to translate complex, evolving tax regulations and legislative developments into clear, actionable business strategies for non-tax stakeholders
• AI Literacy and the capability to apply emerging generative AI research tools to optimize tax planning, technical research, and legislative monitoring workflows
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making capabilities to navigate fluid, fast-paced environments and manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively mentor junior tax staff and foster professional growth across a multidisciplinary tax team

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Education: Master of Science in Taxation (MST), Juris Doctor (JD), or LL.M. in Taxation
• Minimum Experience: 6 -8 years of progressive corporate tax experience
• Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 6 years of experience with:
• Corporate Tax Compliance and federal tax controversy
• Advanced Excel financial/tax modeling
• Tax technology platforms such as Corptax, Longview, or Alteryx

Additional Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active bar membership
• Familiarity with OneStream, Orbit Analytics, or comparable enterprise financial data tools

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.
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