Director of Tax

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don’t just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.

Tax Provision

• Prepare quarterly and annual income tax provisions and related financial statement disclosures.
• Develop detailed workpapers and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor and analyze new tax legislation, regulations, and rulings; assess impact and propose strategic solutions.
• Prepare Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audits and resolve issues promptly.

Tax Compliance & Return Preparation

• Assist with preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Maintain complete and accurate tax workpapers and records to support audits and regulatory reviews.
• Ensure timely filing and compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Communicate with division personnel to address tax-related inquiries and provide guidance.
• Support implementation and optimization of tax compliance software and processes.

Tax Planning & Forecasting

• Research and apply best practices to reduce tax costs and preserve net operating loss carryforwards.
• Evaluate and recommend tax planning strategies, including accounting methods, elections, and other positions for efficient tax management.
• Collaborate with accounting teams on new pronouncements and assess potential tax impacts.
• Forecast effective tax rates, cash flow, and deferred tax asset utilization; coordinate with Accounting and Treasury teams.
• Lead special projects related to tax planning, compliance improvements, and process efficiencies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Finance, Accounting, or Business (required).
• CPA and/or MBT (preferred).
• 8+ years in tax, finance, or accounting roles, preferably with real estate experience and large accounting firm background.
• Progressive responsibility in tax provisioning within publicly traded organizations.
• Technical Proficiency
  • Federal and State Income Tax
  • Partnership Taxation
  • ASC 740 / GAAP and SOX compliance
  • Tax research and interpretation of complex regulations
  • Insource tax compliance software
  • Microsoft Excel (intermediate or higher)
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to identify issues, research solutions, and implement recommendations
• Solutions-oriented mindset with strategic thinking
• Excellent communication—able to simplify complex concepts
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Strong team player, inclusive of others’ ideas
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including strategic planning and motivating teams
• Strong business acumen and results-driven approach

• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to move about work location.
• Ability to drive/travel throughout the designated area to construction sites as needed.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand.
• Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio).   
• Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales).
• Maintain a professional and ethical conduct to reinforce company goodwill and profitability.
• Position located at the Corporate Office #LI-onsite.

KB Home offers a competitive base pay. The expected range for this position is based on experience and is noted below, paid semi-monthly. 

Other rewards may include bonuses or role-specific awards.

KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.

USD $150,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.

Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do — and where people truly matter.

 

As a KB Home team member, you’ll experience:

• A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration.
• The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.

 

Visit our career site to learn more about working at KB Home and joining our team.

 

KB Home wants prospective employees to protect themselves from fraudulent activity. Legitimate communication will only come from email addresses ending in @kbhome.com or through our applicant tracking system, iCIMS, using @icims.com or @talent.icims.com domains.

 

KB Home and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. 

 

 

KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer