Plus Power
Director of Tax - Battery Storage
Job Summary
The role involves leading strategic tax planning and compliance for a renewable energy company’s development and operations, focusing on optimizing federal and state tax incentives and structures. The Director of Tax will manage tax reporting, oversee a team, and collaborate across departments on complex transactions and risk assessments. Candidates should have extensive experience in renewable energy tax incentives, project finance, and partnership taxation, along with strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible work options, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Company Overview
Plus Power is an energy storage market leader, with a market-leading 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 US states and Canadian provinces that will transform North American electric grids into cleaner and more versatile critical infrastructure.
Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.
At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably. We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.
About the Role
Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.
In order for the global energy system to make the transition from a carbon-based grid, to a renewable energy grid, large scale energy storage must be introduced into the electricity system to balance intra-hour supply and demand. Energy storage is the enabler of high penetration variable renewable generation like solar and wind.
We are looking for a Director of Tax to join the Accounting Team to lead the strategic tax planning and compliance functions for our renewable energy development and independent power production operations. This role combines deep tax expertise with specific knowledge of renewable energy tax incentives, structuring, and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
Strategic Tax Planning & Advisory
- Lead tax strategy development and implementation across the organization's development, construction, and operational portfolios
- Provide strategic counsel on the tax implications of business decisions, including M&A activities, project development, and corporate restructuring
- Optimize utilization of renewable energy tax incentives, including the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), and other federal and state incentives
- Assist the Project Finance team in structuring tax-efficient renewable energy project deals, including tax equity partnerships and hybrid transfer deals
Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Oversee preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns for multiple entity structures
- Manage tax provisions and supporting documentation for financial statements under GAAP
- Ensure compliance with tax equity partnership requirements and tax reporting obligations
- Direct internal controls and procedures for tax processes to maintain accuracy and timeliness
Leadership & Management
- Build and lead a high-performing tax team, providing mentorship and professional development
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Development, Commercial, and EPC teams on complex transactions and strategic initiatives
- Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and investors
- Present tax matters to executive leadership and board of directors
Project & Risk Management
- Monitor and analyze tax legislation affecting renewable energy sector
- Assess and mitigate tax risks across the organization
- Lead tax due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures
- Manage tax authority audits and examinations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
- Master's degree in Taxation or Law degree (JD/LLM) preferred
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive tax experience, including significant renewable energy sector exposure
- Deep understanding of renewable energy tax incentives and project finance structures
- Extensive knowledge of partnership taxation and tax equity structures
- Strong technical abilities in federal and state tax compliance and reporting
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and complex projects
- High degree of business acumen, discretion, and professionalism
- Big 4 public accounting background, preferred
- Specific Renewables/Power & Utilities experience preferred
- Knowledge of international tax planning and compliance preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members who are geographically dispersed
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Compensation, Location, and Benefits
Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach.
The expected salary range* for this position begins at $225,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.
Plus Power offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, work from home stipend, educational assistance, parental leave, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth.
The deadline* for applying to this role is 07/09/2025
Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.
Plus Power
Plus Power develops, owns, and operates battery energy storage systems that enable a more efficient and reliable electric grid
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