Susan Huang
About Susan Huang
Susan Huang serves as the Vice President of Tax at Kennedy Wilson, where she has worked since 2015. With a background as a Tax Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, she specializes in global tax efficiencies and oversees various tax planning projects.
Work at Kennedy Wilson
Susan Huang has served as the Vice President of Tax at Kennedy Wilson since 2015. In this role, she is based in Beverly Hills, CA, and is responsible for overseeing various tax planning projects. Her work includes managing entity re-organizations, transfer pricing, and accounting method changes. Huang collaborates closely with the Chief Financial Officer and the Europe Head of Finance to implement strategies aimed at maximizing global tax efficiencies.
Previous Experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Before joining Kennedy Wilson, Susan Huang worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a Tax Director from 2003 to 2015. During her 12 years at the firm, she gained extensive experience in tax advisory and compliance services. Her role involved working on complex tax issues and providing strategic guidance to clients, which helped her develop a strong foundation in tax law and regulations.
Education and Expertise
Susan Huang holds a Master of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California, where she studied Tax Law/Taxation from 2002 to 2003. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from the same institution, completing her studies from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background provides her with a solid understanding of both accounting principles and tax regulations, which she applies in her current role.
Tax Planning and Collaboration
In her current position, Susan Huang oversees various tax planning projects that involve intricate strategies such as entity re-organizations and transfer pricing. She also works with tax service providers on projects that include checking the box to step up tax basis and foreign withholding. Her collaborative approach with financial leaders ensures that tax strategies align with broader financial objectives.