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Shirley Parsons

EHS Director [ML-14996]

Waterloo, IA · On-site

S. and international operations, including oversight of reporting systems and standards. * Lead risk assessments, change management efforts, and business continuity planning initiatives. * Manage ...

Minnstate

$47K - $93K/yr

Collaborate with International Student and Scholar Services on international application compliance. * Serve as primary operational liaison to academic programs. * Partner with recruitment and ...

USA Donaldson Company Inc.

Plant Director I

Cresco, IA · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Plant Director The Plant Director leads site operations to deliver strong performance in safety ... International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Donaldson Company, Inc.

Plant Director I

Cresco, IA · On-site

The Plant Director leads site operations to deliver strong performance in safety, quality, delivery ... International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Donaldson Company, Inc.

Plant Director I

Cresco, IA

The Plant Director leads site operations to deliver strong performance in safety, quality, delivery ... International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

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What does a director of international operations do?

A Director of International Operations oversees a company's business activities across multiple countries, ensuring smooth coordination and compliance with international regulations. They develop global strategies, manage cross-border teams, and optimize supply chains to enhance efficiency and profitability. Their responsibilities often include expanding into new markets, building partnerships, and addressing logistical or cultural challenges. This role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of global business practices, and the ability to navigate complex international environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of international operations?

A Director of International Operations requires expertise in global business management, supply chain logistics, and cross-border regulatory compliance, often backed by an advanced degree in business or international relations. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, trade compliance software, and foreign market analysis tools is common. Exceptional leadership, cultural sensitivity, and strategic communication skills set successful candidates apart in managing diverse teams and navigating complex international environments. These capabilities are vital for driving global growth, ensuring regulatory adherence, and fostering effective cross-cultural collaboration.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of international operations when managing global teams?

A Director of International Operations often navigates challenges such as coordinating across multiple time zones, adapting to diverse cultural norms, and ensuring consistent communication among distributed teams. Managing compliance with different countries’ regulations and aligning business strategies globally while respecting local practices can be complex. Success in this role requires strong cross-cultural communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to build trust and collaboration among team members from varied backgrounds.

What is the difference between Director International Operations vs International Business Manager?

AspectDirector International OperationsInternational Business Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often MBA, extensive experience in operationsBachelor's degree, experience in business development or management
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple international offices, strategic planningFocuses on managing international markets and client relationships
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in multinational corporations, logistics, manufacturingUsed in global sales, marketing, and business development roles

The Director International Operations typically has a broader strategic and operational role overseeing multiple regions, while the International Business Manager concentrates on managing specific international markets and client relationships. Both roles require international experience but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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International Tax Manager/Director

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

Des Moines, IA • On-site

$134K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Job description


The international tax manager provides direction and management for the international income tax function of Berkshire Hathaway Energy and its subsidiaries to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all income, credits and other items related to foreign operations for all federal, state and local income tax, withholding tax, and information returns.
The international tax manager also ensures:
  • Accurate and timely reporting of foreign, provincial and other local income, withholding and non-income tax returns
  • Responsibility for all U.S. and foreign tax related computations and disclosures in the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
  • Manage U.S. tax issues related to foreign operations and foreign jurisdiction tax issues,
  • Assist with merger and acquisition activity that involve foreign jurisdictions
  • Assist with the training and mentoring of international tax staff

Responsibilities
Provide timely and accurate support to the Director of International Tax and Tax Planning to ensure compliance with U.S. and foreign tax law and management of the international tax function for Berkshire Hathaway Energy and its subsidiaries, including:
  • Manage income and non-income tax compliance across all jurisdictions in which Berkshire Hathaway Energy operates, including the preparation and review of U.S. federal consolidated and sub-consolidated return reporting for foreign operations, earnings and profits calculations, foreign-source income and foreign tax credit computations, and related international information returns, including Forms 5471, 8865, and 8858
  • Manage the U.S. reporting, record keeping and withholding tax requirements with respect to all payments to all foreign persons and entities by any domestic entity owned directly or indirectly by Berkshire Hathaway Energy. Ensure compliance with the Foreign Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). Assist with the preparation and review of all related information and withholding tax returns including Forms 1042 and 1042-S
  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provision computations and disclosures related to U.S. and foreign taxation of income from foreign operations
  • Assist with the review of Canadian and provincial corporate and partnership income tax returns
  • Oversee the preparation of all quarterly estimated tax computations of taxable foreign source income for purposes of U.S. federal quarterly estimated tax payments.
  • Support the development of transfer pricing documentation for all cross-border transactions in all jurisdictions to ensure timely compliance requirements are met in all jurisdictions
  • Monitor the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development ("OECD") base erosion and profit shifting ("BEPS") project and ensure accurate and timely compliance with all related legislation and expanded reporting requirements
  • Assist with overseeing U.S. employee foreign travels and abroad business activities in foreign jurisdictions to support compliance with foreign payroll withholding, tax return, and related filing requirement
  • Provide support related to worldwide tax planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
  • Monitor, model, document and communicate the impact of U.S. international and foreign tax legislation as it relates to the business activities of Berkshire Hathaway Energy Company and subsidiaries
  • Assist with all U.S. and foreign audit requests
  • Support merger and acquisition activity in foreign jurisdictions
  • Research and analyze complex tax issues
  • Draft memoranda regarding tax issues and transactions
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to international tax staff
  • Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned

Qualifications
This is a multi-level posting. Candidates may be considered for any of the posted levels, depending on their level of experience and depth of expertise.
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting and either a graduate degree, certified public accountant designation, or a law degree with an LLM preferred
  • Requires at least 10 years of related experience, including five years in international tax, with strong expertise in international and federal income tax compliance and planning for the International Tax Manager position
  • Requires at least 12 years of related experience, including five years in international tax, with strong expertise in international and federal income tax compliance and planning for the International Tax Director position
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills
  • Experience with mergers and acquisition and consolidated returns
  • Extensive knowledge of foreign and U.S. federal tax laws, regulatory and tax accounting with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
  • Strong computer skills including working knowledge of tax systems and research methodologies
  • Effective written, oral and presentation skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks projects concurrently
  • Affiliation with national, state and industry tax associations

About Us
MidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.
About the Team
MidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

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