Vice President, Tax Compliance

Job Location: Corporate Indianapolis PRIMARY PURPOSE The Vice President of Tax Compliance ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local tax regulations; plans and monitors the company’s tax policies, procedures, and objectives; and is responsible for written and oral communication with Federal and State taxing authorities, Outside Investors, and Upper Management. Will be involved in various projects within the tax planning and structuring for a publicly traded REIT and the UpREIT structure. The Vice President of Tax Compliance manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the preparation and management of REIT taxable income estimates. Review complex tax returns to ensure accurate and timely compliance with federal, state, and international tax filings. Recognize technical tax issues, develop tax strategies and policies, and perform research and analysis. Oversee tax research and preparation of U.S. reporting for International Investments. Lead team in their continuous professional development. Manage Federal and State Audits. Assist with various special projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS College Degree in Accounting CPA license in good standing preferred 10 years tax management position Possess the understanding of partnership agreements, and the Internal Revenue Tax Code and Regulations. Experience in Real Estate Partnership Taxation, UPREIT unitholders including LTIP Units preferred. Knowledge of Individual and Corporate tax. Strong Accounting, analytical and research skills Strong leadership and personnel management skills. Can work independently and initiate discussions and analysis on current tax issues. Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills to complete goals timely. Exhibits a strong ability to manage multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy. Ability to work with Microsoft Office. Ability to learn and utilize ProSystem tax software and as well as other various tax and system software. Ability to learn and utilize Company accounting and Coupa payment software. Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future. Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email CandidateAccommodations@simon.com. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.