Director Corporate Tax

Company Description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.

Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

Preparation and review of taxes in connection with federal and state income tax compliance, ASC 740, and FIN 48, audit and appeal support and tax planning and structuring.

• Manages the federal and state tax compliance process to ensure accurate and timely filing of income, franchise, and excise tax returns.
• Manages the income tax provision (ASC 740) and (FIN 48) process.
• Provides effective tax rate analysis, internal and external financial reporting, and financial statement disclosures.
• Provides support for income, franchise and sales/use tax audits and assists in developing the Company's position in response to proposed adjustments.
• Reviews tax basis fixed asset classification and depreciation.
• Evaluates and documents capital expenditures for repairs and maintenance.
• Monitors real property assessed values and manages payment of property taxes.
• Interfaces with management and collaborates with other members of the tax team in researching complex tax issues that impact profitability, implementing tax minimization strategies and analyzing new tax legislation.
• Assists with IRS tip compliance negotiations and reporting process.
• Consistently evaluates innovative ways to reduce cash taxes and the Company's effective tax rate.
• Serves as an internal resource to evaluate the impact of new and proposed tax legislation, rulings, regulations, and case law and provides recommendations to senior management.
• Provides support on the tax treatment of potential acquisitions, dispositions, and other significant transactions.
• Provides support in connection with federal and state tax planning and structuring
• Responsible for the management, recruitment, and development of an efficient and effective tax team.
• Maintains, enhances, and documents the provision & compliance processes in coordination with internal audit to ensure compliance with SOX 404.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA preferred. MBA preferred.
• Seven to Ten (7-10) years of tax related experience in a public company and/or Big 4 public accounting firm required.
• Strong understanding of ASC 740, Accounting for Income Taxes; FIN 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes and SOX 404 process controls.
• Proven ability to interact with federal and state auditors and manage the audit process.
• Strong understanding of federal and state corporate and partnership tax statutes and regulations.
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting in the context of a public company.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers, staff, and outside consultants.
• Possess strong MS Word and Excel skills.
• Active CPA License.
• May include jurisdictional gaming licenses.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.