Now hiring! Group Lead, US Tax - Ag Solutions

We are looking for a Group Lead US Tax to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Come create chemistry with us!

We are BASF in agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems, connecting seeds and traits, crop protection, digital tools and sustainability approaches. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and other stakeholders along the value chain. We do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture by connecting innovation, customers and society.

#ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth

In this role, you will lead the U.S. Tax function for Agricultural Solutions, with full accountability for U.S. direct and indirect tax matters in a complex, multi-national environment.

As a Group Lead, US Tax - Ag Solutions, you create chemistry by...

• Leading the timely and accurate preparation, review, and submission of all U.S. federal, state, and local tax filings, including corporate income tax and indirect taxes.
• Overseeing tax accounting, tax payments, and reporting processes, ensuring alignment with statutory and management reporting.
• Owning and managing the U.S. tax compliance calendar, ensuring deadlines are met with strong controls and governance.
• Leading and developing the U.S. tax organization, driving performance, capability building, and a high standard of execution.
• Acting as the primary advisor to senior leadership on U.S. tax matters, providing clear guidance on risks, opportunities, and compliance requirements.
• Establishing and maintaining a robust tax control framework, ensuring audit readiness and leading all tax audits and authority interactions.
• Partnering closely with Finance, Accounting, Legal, and business leaders, as well as global tax teams and external advisors.
• Supporting key business activities including transactions, restructurings, and strategic initiatives with clear and practical tax guidance.
• Driving continuous improvement through standardization, automation, and use of tax technology.

If you...

• Have a Master’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field, with a CPA or equivalent professional certification required.
• Bring 10–15 years of progressive experience in U.S. corporate taxation, within a multinational corporation and/or leading advisory firm.
• Have proven experience in a senior tax leadership role with responsibility for U.S. tax operations in a complex organization.
• Demonstrate deep expertise in U.S. corporate income tax, state and local tax, indirect taxes, and tax accounting.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams through demonstrated people leadership experience.
• Work effectively in a global, matrixed environment while partnering across functions and geographies.
• Bring exposure to large-scale transformation, restructuring, or IPO-readiness environments, which is strongly preferred.
• Apply strong business acumen to translate complex tax topics into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively and manage stakeholders with executive presence and sound judgment.
• Use ERP systems, such as SAP, and tax technology tools with a focus on process efficiency and data quality.
• Demonstrate a high level of ownership, integrity, and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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