Job Information
General Motors State and Local Income Tax Counsel - Domestic Tax Counsel Group in Detroit, Michigan
Job Description
Work Arrangement
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Detroit Renaissance Center Global HQ, Detroit, MI, three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
The State and Local Income Tax Counsel is responsible for GM’s U.S. State & Local income Tax audit and controversy management, overseeing matters from initial audit notices through the appeals processes. The role is also responsible for advising on the impact of proposed state income tax legislation, state income tax law changes, state tax impact of new business initiatives, state tax impact of new federal tax laws, and coordinating changes to filing positions with GM’s Domestic Tax Analysis Group. The role involves a high level of independent judgment, decision-making, accuracy, creativity and initiative.
What You'll Do
Serves as GM’s subject matter expert and advisor on state and local tax matters
Coordinate state tax audits, and serve as GM’s primary point of contact with state income tax auditors, scheduling audits and providing information and analysis to auditors, providing strategic analysis of proposed adjustments and audit workpapers, and managing contract resources and external counsel
Draft and submit state tax protests, work with hearing officers to achieve favorable settlements, and represent GM at related informal conferences
Advise GM Public Policy team on the impacts of proposed state tax legislation to GM
Provide advice on the state tax impact of changes in law (both federal and state) and new business initiatives, and coordinate changes in tax filing positions with GM’s Domestic Tax Analysis Group
Manage overall audit assignment and workflow and make recommendations on resolution to management
Manage documentation of uncertain state tax positions, including strategic review of quarterly submissions
Collaborate with others in Domestic Tax Counsel on state income tax modeling and analysis and represent Domestic Counsel in Tax Staff and broader Finance sessions as needed (special projects, developing and present data and recommendations, participating in key meetings, etc.)
Assist with other federal income tax matters within the Domestic Tax Counsel Group on an as-needed basis
Creatively solve problems and identify and implement process improvements
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
5-8 years of relevant experience from a large accounting firm, law firm, or private industry
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with focus in accounting, finance, business, taxation or related field
Ability to manage workload within statutory and internal deadlines, prioritizing assignments
Strong tax research and writing skills
Demonstrated experience and subject matter expertise in state and local tax matters
Demonstrated experience with controversy management and/or issue resolution with government counterparties
Self-motivated, with strong interpersonal, team and partnering skills
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
J.D. from an accredited law school and a member of the bar in good standing
Ability to effectively communicate actionable recommendations
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
About GM
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Why Join Us
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Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
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