Tax Counsel Job in Norwalk, Connecticut US
Tax Counsel
Job Description Job Number: 1513496 Business GE Capital Business Segment: Capital - Americas About Us: About Us GE Capital Americas: At GE Capital Americas, were redefining whats possible. Whether its providing financing to purchase, lease and distribute equipment, or supplying our clients with the capital needed for their real estate and corporate acquisitions, refinancing and restructurings, the GE Capital Americas teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading financial products and services that support the success of businesses worldwide. GE Capital Americas is the top leasing company in North America and a leader in U.S. corporate finance. Here youll work with the most talented people in the industry, employing world-class processes to execute projects with real impact. If youre an enthusiastic self-starter and a driven, creative, flexible problem-solver, then join GE in creating the next generation of financial products that will keep the world of business moving forward for generations to come. imagination at work - GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. - GE offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development recognizes your achievements. - GE offers an inclusive environment where employees have the opportunity to succeed and diversity is embraced as a competitive advantage in the marketplace. - The passion that our people bring to their work extends to their private worlds, and GE encourages a healthy balance between the two. - GE values education and is dedicated to providing the tools and training for your professional development. Posted Position Title: Tax Counsel Career Level: Experienced Function Finance Function Segment: Tax Location: United States U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces: Connecticut City: Norwalk Postal Code: 06851-1056 Relocation Assistance Yes Role Summary/Purpose: Responsible for acting as subject matter expert to support initiatives/projects through research and counsel in areas such as international planning, policy initiatives, transactions, audits. Essential Responsibilities - Responsible for transaction review planning, structuring, and implementation. - Provides support to deal teams and portfolio group on the tax aspects of pending transactions, structuring of deals and portfolio issues. - Reviews tax aspects of models developed by deal teams. - Monitor the ongoing business operations to insure that all technical requirements for transaction are satisfied. Qualifications/Requirements: Basic Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree. Minimum 5 years of tax experience in major accounting firm, law firm, or multinational company. - International tax planning, structuring, implementation experience. - Excellent communications skills to communicate complex tax issues, opportunities, and risks to non-tax experts in a clear and concise manner. Eligibility Requirements: - Must submit your application for employment through COS (internal candidates) or www.gecareers.com (external candidates) to be considered for this job opening. - Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. - Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification and background check. - Must be willing to travel 5% of the time. - Must be willing to work out of an office in Norwalk, CT. For U.S. employment opportunities, GE hires U.S. citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees, and temporary residents. Temporary residence does not include those with non-immigrant work authorization (F, J, H or L visas), such as students in practical training status. Exceptions to these requirements will be determined based on shortage of qualified candidates with a particular skill. GE will require proof of work authorization. Must submit application for employment through COS (internal candidates) or www.gecareers.com (external candidates) to be considered for this position. Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification and background check. Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time. Additional Eligibility Qualifications GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Desired Characteristics - Juris Doctorate or master's degree in tax. - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification. - Ability to partner effectively with business management, legal, and finance personnel. - Tax experience with Lending transactions and restructurings. - Finance Service experience is desired. Section 19 Job YOU MUST BE ABLE TO SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 19 OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT.