Senior Global Tax Accountant
Franklin Electric
Industry
-
Location
Fort Wayne, United States
Work mode
on-site
Job type
Full-time
Annual salary
Not specified
Minimum experience
7+ years
Posted
20th October, 2026
Required skills
ElectricityAccountingProcess ImprovementTransfer PricingTreasuryCustomer ServiceExcel
About the role
Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity.
The Senior Global Tax Accountant will be exposed to a wide variety of corporate tax concepts and challenges from acquisitions and restructuring to complex tax preparation. The senior tax role is grounded in U.S. corporate tax and incorporates a broad range of tax workstreams, including compliance and reporting, ASC 740 accounting for income taxes, acquisitions, tax planning, audits, and process improvement. The role also includes exposure to international tax, transfer pricing, and cross-border matters involving collaboration with international finance teams, Treasury, Legal, and external tax advisors.
Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer advanced water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our industry-leading products and quality, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.
Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!
MOVE FORWARD WITH US
What you will be doing:
- Support U.S. tax compliance, reporting, and ASC 740 tax provision activities.
- Partner on tax planning, transfer pricing, audits, and technical research.
- Assist with acquisitions, integrations, restructurings, and other strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with global finance teams and external advisors to resolve tax matters.
- Drive process improvements, automation, and enhanced tax controls.
- Lead tax projects and share knowledge across finance and accounting teams.
Who we want:
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
- Technically strong and detail-oriented with sound tax and accounting judgment.
- Proactive and accountable, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Organized and deadline-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Analytical and resourceful in researching issues and solving problems.
- Curious and improvement-minded, with an interest in better processes and technology.
What you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and Active Certified Public Accountant license.
- Tax experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting environment (4-plus years preferred).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Don’t feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.
Company Values & Benefits
FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:
- Hybrid remote work arrangements
- Generous paid time off & holidays
- Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms
- On site café & complimentary beverage stations
- Indoor fitness facility & outdoor walking paths
- 401(k) with matching & service contributions
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Short & long-term disability
- Fertility & adoption support
- Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
- Professional development assistance
- Health & wellness programs
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