Director, Tax Reporting Compliance

Job Description

We are FIS. Our technology powers the world’s economy and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients, and communities. If you’re ready to start learning, growing, and making an impact with a career in fintech, we’d like to know: Are you FIS?
 

About the Team

We manage the Tax Information Reporting Suite (formerly Wall Street Concepts), which provides comprehensive tax reporting solutions specifically designed for the financial services industry.  Our principal product, FIS’s Tax Reporting Manager (formerly Compliance Plus®), supports a wide range of reporting needs. We also offer the Fixed Income Cost Basis (FICB) solution, tailored for Cost Basis Service Providers, Service Bureaus, brokerage firms, and other institutions subject to tax reporting under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 6045.

The Director of Tax Reporting Compliance brings regulatory guidance to the life cycle product planning activities and quality delivery of FIS tax information reporting products, enhancements, and releases to market.  Additionally, the Director supports client facing staff in crafting appropriate response to user inquiries and represents the business to a variety of corporate functions.

• Collaborate with the Solution Manager in development of the product roadmap, aligned with regulatory changes, market demands and product line strategy, considering product lifecycle, profitability, pricing models, client satisfaction, and sales performance.
• Participate in strategic planning and execution for the entire product line by working with multiple product managers across several FIS lines of business.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards while shaping and implementing company policies that directly impact operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal compliance functions on behalf of the line of business.
• Regularly interact with senior management and executive levels on matters concerning tax reporting products and client relationships.
• Contribute thought leadership in the form of white papers and presentations for the client base and industry.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, accounting, taxation or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
• Typically, at least 10 years of experience in the financial services industry (preferably in product management) along with proven leadership and management capabilities.
• Working knowledge of tax information reporting requirements and associated products and processes with a track record of aligning strategic policies to organizational goals.
• Demonstrated success in managing client relationships, establishing credibility, and fostering positive, professional stakeholder engagement.
• Strong leadership presence, with expertise in team management and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally across all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.

Added Bonus If You Have

• In-depth knowledge of FIS Tax Information Reporting products.
• Law degree with exposure to tax reporting regulations, white papers, and/or consulting.

What We Offer You

A career at FIS is more than just a job. It’s the change to shape the future of fintech. At FIS, we offer you:

• A voice in the future of fintech
• Always-on learning and development
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to give back
• Competitive salary and benefits

FIS is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive compensation. The pay range for this full-time position is $170,550.00 - $286,520.00 and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position based on the posted role, level, and location. Within the range, actual individual starting pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Any changes in work location will also impact actual individual starting pay. Please consult with your recruiter about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Privacy Statement

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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