Mike Smith
About Mike Smith
Mike Smith is a Senior Director of Tax at Mindbody, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in tax management, previously holding senior positions at Nortek, Aspen Technology, and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
Current Role at Mindbody
Mike Smith serves as the Senior Director of Tax at Mindbody, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's tax strategy and compliance. His work involves managing corporate tax functions, including tax planning, accounting for income taxes, and audits. He is based in San Luis Obispo, California.
Previous Experience at Nortek
Prior to his current role, Mike Smith worked at Nortek as Vice President of Tax from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure in Providence, Rhode Island, he focused on tax strategy and compliance, contributing to the company's financial management.
Experience at Aspen Technology
Mike Smith held the position of Vice President of Tax at Aspen Technology from 2011 to 2014 and again from 2017 to 2022. His responsibilities included managing corporate tax functions and transaction planning. He played a significant role in identifying tax exposures and collaborating with various departments to optimize tax strategies.
Educational Background
Mike Smith earned a Master’s Degree in Taxation from Bryant University, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Providence College, which he obtained from 1979 to 1983. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in tax management.
Key Achievements in Tax Management
Throughout his career, Mike Smith has identified significant tax exposures and has partnered with internal teams to analyze tax strategies. Notably, he identified a $2 million non-income tax exposure during an acquisition, which was successfully withheld from the purchase price. He also remediated a long-standing material weakness in the Tax Department, enhancing operational efficiency.