Tax Manager

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.

In this position...

• We seek a tax professional with experience in domestic and international tax compliance, including reviewing tax returns and supporting calculations, researching and interpreting tax laws, and coordinating compliance activities across multiple stakeholders.

• The successful candidate will use sound judgment to resolve routine tax matters, escalate complex or significant issues as appropriate, and leverage tax technology, Microsoft applications, and AI-enabled tools to improve tax processes, analysis, and reporting.

• Additional experience in tax controversy, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, business expansion, corporate financing, or partnership tax is preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with key corporate groups, including Legal, Treasury, Accounting, Finance, and business units, are essential.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• Perform detailed analysis of tax compliance matters, review tax returns, calculations, and supporting work prepared by others, and support tax forecasting

• Collaborate with team members to identify, develop, communicate, and implement process improvements and tax strategies

• Provide tax compliance support for corporate transactions and business initiatives

• Research, evaluate, and document tax return positions in coordination with tax counsel and other subject-matter experts

• Communicate significant compliance matters, risks, and recommendations to tax leadership and key stakeholders

• Researching and interpreting applicable tax laws and resolving routine tax issues

• Reviewing tax returns, calculations, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers

• Supporting interactions with tax authorities and coordinating responses to information requests