Overview
VP Treasury and Tax Jobs in Phoenix, USA at Leslie’s
DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE’S:
Founded in 1963, Leslie’s is the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry. We serve the aftermarket needs of residential and professional consumers with an extensive and largely exclusive assortment of essential pool and spa care products. We operate an integrated ecosystem of 900+ retail locations, backyard service and repair, a robust digital platform, and manufacturing and distribution divisions across 35+ states-enabling consumers to engage with Leslie’s whenever, wherever, and however they prefer to shop.
With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie’s.
This position is not open to agency submissions.
This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support.
Job Overview:
The Vice President of Treasury and Tax is a senior executive responsible for leading and directing all treasury, cash management, and tax functions across the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this leader will serve as a trusted financial partner in overseeing capital structure, liquidity management, investment activity, risk management, and the full spectrum of federal, state, and local tax obligations for a publicly traded, multi-state retail enterprise that also encompasses distribution and manufacturing operations.
This role requires deep technical expertise combined with strong executive leadership capabilities and the ability to operate at the intersection of strategic finance and regulatory compliance. The VP of Treasury and Tax will lead a high-performing team, partner closely with the CFO and broader C-suite, and interface with the Board of Directors, external auditors, banks, rating agencies, and tax advisors.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute treasury strategy aligned with overall corporate financial goals, including capital allocation, debt management, and liquidity optimization.
- Manage all banking relationships, including the company’s credit facilities, revolving lines of credit, and term debt arrangements.
- Oversee cash positioning, short-term investments, and cash flow forecasting across the enterprise – including 950 retail locations, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities.
- Lead debt capital markets activities, including refinancing, new issuances, and covenant compliance for all public and private debt obligations.
- Coordinate with investment banks, credit rating agencies, and lenders; maintain and enhance the company’s credit profile.
- Manage interest rate risk through appropriate hedging strategies and instruments.
- Maintain and continuously enhance treasury management systems (TMS) and banking technology platforms.
- Oversee the full cash collection cycle, including point-of-sale cash management, armored car and deposit processes, and reconciliation across all retail store locations.
- Design and enforce policies and controls for cash handling at the store level, in partnership with Retail Operations and Internal Audit.
- Optimize working capital – including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory financing – to maximize free cash flow.
- Lead daily and weekly cash positioning and reporting; ensure accurate and timely cash flow forecasting for financial planning processes.
- Monitor and improve lockbox, ACH, wire transfer, and card processing operations for efficiency and fraud prevention.
- Oversee vendor payment terms and supply chain finance programs to improve working capital metrics.
- Provide strategic oversight of all federal, state, and local income tax planning, compliance, and reporting for a multi-state public company operating in 39 states.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all federal, state, and local tax returns, including income, sales and use, payroll, property, and excise taxes.
- Lead tax provision preparation under ASC 740, including uncertain tax positions, deferred tax analysis, and effective tax rate management in coordination with external auditors.
- Drive tax planning strategies to minimize the effective tax rate while maintaining full compliance; advise management on structuring of transactions, acquisitions, and dispositions.
- Manage all federal and state income tax audits, controversies, and appeals; develop strategies to resolve disputes with taxing authorities.
- Oversee sales and use tax compliance across all retail store operations and e-commerce activity, including nexus analysis and…
Title: VP Treasury and Tax
Company: Leslie’s
Location: Phoenix, USA
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