VP - Tax Reporting

VP, Tax Reporting

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a VP, Tax Reporting to join our Tax team based in our New York, NY office.

Job Responsibilities

• Tax Provision ASC 740
• Tax Inquiries on audit review
• Deal Planning - Projections and Integration
• Disclosure Committee Prep and Reporting
• Review Legal Contracts
• Financial Statement Footnotes and Disclosures
• Ad Hoc Tax Inquiries
• Valuation Analysis
• Budget & Long-Term Plan Taxable Income Forecast
• Staff Reviews
• Additional Reporting - Restricted Group etc.
• Additional Reporting - Separate Financial Statement Filings
• Update and Maintain Tax Policies
• Deal Documents - Review and Comment
• Return to Accrual and True-Up Calculations / Memo
• Quarterly Review & Annual Walk through of Tax Controls (IA and External Auditors)
• Update Tax Controls / Memos / Flowcharts for SOX404 & Internal Audit
• Tax Department Budget, LTP and Capital
• Due Diligence
• Taxable Income Forecast
• Update Controls and Checklists
• Memos to Support Audit Sign Off on Tax Positions
• Monitor Law Changes and Interpretations
• Maintain Open Channels with Industry Tax Peers
• Maintain and Upgrade Tax Technology
• Explore and Propose Tax Saving Structures
• Review Monitor Efficient Tax Structure for IP
• Deal Structuring
• Analyze and Monitor State Nexus Issues
• FIN 48 Analysis
• Uncertain Tax Positions Memo
• APB 23 Memo
• Build and Maintain Forecast Model
• Oversee Foreign Operations
• Monitor ETR Comparison with Industry Peers
• Section 181 Calc
• Monthly Sales Use Tax Returns and Accruals Review
• PCORI Filing Review
• Foreign Tax Credit Calculation and Analysis

Qualifications (Required & Preferred)

The base compensation for this position is $175,000 to $215,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.