Senior Director of Tax

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. We are a fun-loving, mind-blowing company that makes a difference one cup at a time. 

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Tax will lead the company’s tax function, including overseeing the quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations, as well as administering matters associated with Dutch Bros’ Up-C structure and related Tax Receivable Agreements (TRAs). This leader will also oversee tax compliance and planning, across income and indirect taxes while advising executive leadership on complex tax matters and business initiatives. 

This role requires a hands-on, strategic leader who can independently navigate complex issues and partner effectively with management, external advisors, partners, and auditors. The Senior Director will bring strong technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership to continuously evolve the Company’s tax function as the business scales.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Master’s in Taxation and/or CPA preferred. 

• 10+ years of progressive corporate income tax experience, including experience in industry and Big 4 public accounting. 

• Demonstrated expertise in U.S. federal and state income tax, sales & use tax, and ASC 740, required 

• Experience with Subchapter K and/or Up-C’s, a plus 

• Experience managing outsourced tax compliance and provision processes and effectively overseeing external advisors, preferred 
• Strong GAAP accounting and tax accounting skills 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Dutch Bros tax function including compliance, tax accounting, planning, and risk management. 

• Mange the third-party preparation of the quarterly income tax provision in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 740). Responsible for the review and approval of the quarterly income tax provision including execution of SOX controls. 

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local income tax returns across corporate and partnership entities through the use external providers. Manage and optimize the outsourcing of the tax compliance processes. 

• Oversee the indirect tax function, including identifying planning opportunities and the preparation and filing of all sales and use tax, property tax, and other transaction-based tax returns across a growing multi-state footprint. 

• Partner with external providers, finance, and legal teams to manage the tax and financial reporting implications of the company’s Up-C structure, including unit exchanges, tax distributions, and payments under its tax receivable agreements (TRA’s). 

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting partnership taxation, corporate taxation, and the QSR sector; assess and implement appropriate responses. 

• Lead tax audits and inquiries from federal, state, and local authorities, coordinating closely with external advisors. 

• Assist with tax related matters of M&A, treasury, and other tax initiatives or ad hoc projects, on an as needed basis 

• Collaborate with finance, legal, operations, marketing, and technology teams to provide tax guidance and support for business initiatives. 

Skills:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex tax concepts to non-tax professionals

• History of leading and developing teams

• Continuous improvement mind-set

• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects
  

Physical Requirements:

• In-Office Environment: Must be able to work in a busy, crowded, and loud office with frequent distractions and interruptions
• Must be able to collaborate in-person with occasional impromptu in-person meetings 
• Office Conditions: Adaptability to typical office conditions, which may include exposure to air conditioning, heating, artificial lighting, and varying noise levels
• Mobility : Ability to sit, stand, reach, twist, stretch, and work at a desk for long stretches.  Must be able to occasionally move or lift office items up to 25 pounds
• Hearing Requirements: Hearing must be sufficient or correctable to ensure clear understanding of spoken information, including participating in virtual meetings and phone calls. Use of hearing aids or other assistive devices is acceptable if needed.
• Reading and Writing Proficiency: Ability to read and write in English is essential for processing documents, drafting reports, and following up on necessary actions. Proficiency in written communication is required to handle job-related tasks effectively.
• Vision Requirements: Vision must be adequate or correctable to perform essential job duties, such as reading documents on a computer screen and using other visual tools. Use of corrective lenses or other measures to meet visual requirements is expected if needed.
• Technology Proficiency: Must be proficient in operating a computer and other office productivity tools such as printers, scanners, and collaboration software. 
• Effective Communication: Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders via email, video conferencing, and other in office communication tools.

Compensation:

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