**Company Summary** DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™. Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile. **Department Summary** Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the VP, Tax will be responsible for leading a high-performing team of about 35 tax professionals. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of building dynamic teams and is a creative-thinking, problem-solver, teacher, learner, and leader of people. This role is highly cross-functional and success is dependent on the ability to build successful relationships within Tax and the broader company and will require a deep understanding of our products, new offerings, business model, and financial results. Lastly, we require a candidate who is curious and adventurous. We have engaged in a number of M&As and are growing internally. **Job Duties and Responsibilities** + Serves as a key advisor to the CFO and leader of the Tax organization. + Proactively leads and develops team members by creating a positive environment where they are challenged, motivated, and groomed for advancement. + Builds and strengthens relationships with people across the Company to ensure the Tax Department is effectively serving our business partners. + Responsible for all matters related to federal, state, local, and international income taxes, sales & use tax, and property tax (including, escheatment). + Oversees financial reporting of the company’s tax liabilities in accordance with ASC 740, including approval of quarterly and annual financial statements footnote disclosures. + Produces quarterly updates to the audit committee on the company’s tax situation including effective tax rate projections, cash tax projections, and legislative developments. + Responsible for all tax planning related to taxable and tax-deferred mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs. + Manages outside tax service providers and counsel related to tax planning, compliance, and controversies projects. + Oversight of income tax and indirect tax audits and support the development of our audit program. + Responsible for all indirect tax compliance, including evaluating the financial, system, and operational considerations for new compliance obligations. + Provide financial, risk, and operational advice to management on new and proposed tax legislation impacting the company and any new proposed business ventures. + Responsible for all sales and property tax planning initiatives related to wireless capex spend. **Skills, Experience and Requirements** + 12+ years of experience in corporate tax. + CPA and Big 4 experience preferred. + Effective communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex tax issues and to communicate them in a clear and succinct manner. + JD or Master in Taxation a plus. + Wireless telecommunications, M&A, and international experience a plus. **Salary Ranges** Compensation: $200,000.00/Year - $300,000.00/Year **Benefits** We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits . The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.