Tax & Treasury Manager

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Maesa is the world's largest independent beauty incubator, housing numerous, fast growing "it" brands within all categories of beauty. We are a high growth global company in the middle of the transition from founder lead to private equity owned. With an incubation flywheel ideating on new global brand launches, Maesa pushes creative and technical boundaries to deliver exceptional performance and establish global staying power. Maesa has a keen focus on marketing and white space analysis, which guides its thinking on marketing existing brands as well as development of new brands through its extremely unique structure. We are vertically integrated globally with in-house marketing, branding, product development/formulation, packaging design/engineering and regulatory. With a focus on modernity and sustainability, we design innovative solutions and make proactive choices to achieve environmental neutrality and consumer wellness. Maesa has mastered "commercializing creativity," making itself a leader in the fundamental revolutionary change in the beauty industry. Headquartered in New York and Paris, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Vienna, Dubai, Hong Kong, and Dongguan, Maesa employs about 400 team members worldwide. 

The Manager of Tax and Treasury is responsible for overseeing the company’s tax compliance, planning, and reporting functions, as well as managing its treasury operations to ensure efficient liquidity management, risk mitigation, and alignment with strategic objectives. This role requires a strong understanding of tax regulations, financial risk management, cash flow forecasting, and banking relationships.

This role reports into the Controller, is based in NYC where you will be expected in the office three days a week, at minimum.

Responsibilities  

Tax Management:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and timely filing of tax returns.
• Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities and optimize tax efficiency.
• Oversee tax audits and manage correspondence with tax authorities.
• Stay updated on tax law changes and assess their impact on the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.

Treasury Management:

• Oversee the company’s cash flow, liquidity, and funding requirements.
• Develop and implement treasury policies, procedures, and controls.
• Manage banking relationships, including negotiating fees, credit facilities, and terms.
• Forecast cash flow to ensure the company meets its operational and investment needs.

Qualifications  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred).
• 5 + years of progressive experience in tax and treasury roles, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and treasury management principles.

Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and tax planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and treasury management software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Accuracy and timeliness of tax filings and reports.
• Efficiency in managing cash flow and liquidity.
• Risk mitigation related to financial exposures.
• Achievement of tax savings through strategic planning.
• Strength and effectiveness of team performance and leadership.

What We Offer  

$150,000/yr - $170,000/yr.  Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This position is eligible for participation in a discretionary bonus plan based on individual and company performance. 

Maesa offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees. Employees can choose to enroll in health insurance coverage, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, and retirement savings plans. Through generous paid time off, a hybrid office setup, and paid leave options, Maesa encourages wellness and balance among employees. 

Our Commitment to You  

At Maesa, we live by our values of collaboration, curiosity, game-changing, creativity, and discipline.  We believe our people and partners are a creative force that catalyzes the possibilities in beauty to break through traditional limits and discover the “new” without restriction. We prioritize creating and fostering a welcoming environment for employees, partners, ideas, approaches, and endeavors — all through a spirit of warmth and inclusivity. As set forth in Maesa’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.  

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