Greg Leahy

About Greg Leahy

As a knowledgeable, broad-based, global financial leader, I have significant tax management experience and business acumen. I am recognized as a collaborative and inclusive business partner who works efficiently and effectively across multi-cultural organizations to deliver results. My significant experience includes strategic international business planning, process improvements, and integration.TAX PLANNING Redesigned and implemented an Asian supply chain principle that generated savings of USD 300MM+ and negotiated several Advanced Pricing Agreements (APA) within the region (Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Japan, and India). Designed and implemented a new tax structure in the EMEA region, streamlining and harmonizing direct and indirect reporting capabilities within SAP. Planned and fully integrated the acquisition and eventual divesture of a foreign subsidiary that concluded in negotiating a pre-filing agreement that secured USD 180MM US tax deduction. Negotiated tax holidays with the Singapore EDB and Malaysian MIDA.TAX ACCOUNTING Developed, implemented, and streamlined quarterly and year-end tax provision data packages for all non-US subsidiaries that calculate current year provision, deferred tax roll forwards, and provision to return true-ups. Prepared detailed roles and responsibilities, due dates, and process flowcharts documenting quarterly and year-end tax process key controls and ensuring such key controls are linked to work paper documentation. Performed analysis for all net operating loss carryovers and valuation allowances- securing the release of several material valuation allowances.COMPLIANCE Directed and reviewed consolidated tax return compliance. Developed new processes and procedures facilitating a more efficient data capturing system, data reporting package, and reconciliation schedules saving time and effort for completing returns. Review transfer pricing reports to ensure compliance with local country requirements and maintaining the appropriate arm’s length range.LEADERSHIP & PROJECT MANAGEMENT Championed expansion of the tax department and had oversight of employees based in the UK, Singapore, Brazil, and Australia. Manage all tax-related aspects for non-US market and lead discussions with senior management providing guidance on the best way to enter and exit each market.EARLY CAREER PROFILEInternational Tax Manager | Deloitte LLP, Milwaukee, WI | 3 yearsInternational Tax Senior | PriceWaterhouseCooper (PwC)| 2 yearsInternational Tax Senior | Ernst & Young (EY)| 3 years

Experience

1. Global Tax Director - Tax Planning and Transfer Pricing

   Nike

   Jan 2024 — Present

   Perform research and analysis to develop, assess, implement, and support global tax planning strategies, M&A, cross-border transactions, and tax credit related opportunities. Coordinate with US tax compliance team to analyze, report and stay current on all US and non-US tax law changes, court cases and rulings related to proposed and implemented tax planning strategies. Monitor tax law changes in the US and globally, analyzing potential business impact and adjusting transaction flows or structures as needed. Team with Global Tax Controversy and Local Tax Directors to plan, strategize, and manage the preparation of application for Mutual Agreement Procedures (MAP) to resolve tax disputes and Advance Pricing Agreements (APA). Maintaining and supporting intellectual property related transfer pricing matters including undertaking DEMPE analysis to ensure sustainability. Manage, develop and overs a team of five people, including team members outside the US.

Education

• University of Denver

  Master in Taxation

• Marquette University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Accounting and Finance

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Certificate, State and Local Taxation

Skills

• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Tax Accounting
• International Regulations
• Accounting
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Corporate Tax
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Budgets
• Transfer Pricing
• Sap
• Financial Reporting
• Auditing
• Financial Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Tax