Justin Droder
About Justin Droder
Justin Droder serves as the Vice President of Tax at Signet, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in tax management, having previously worked at Ferro Corporation, Deloitte, Smithers-Oasis, and EY.
Current Role at Signet Jewelers
Justin Droder serves as the Vice President of Tax at Signet Jewelers, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's tax strategy and compliance. His work is based in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area, where he contributes to the financial operations of a leading retailer in the jewelry industry.
Previous Experience in Tax Management
Before joining Signet Jewelers, Justin Droder held various tax management positions. He worked as the Tax Director at Ferro Corporation for one year, from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, he spent eight years as the Corporate Tax Manager at Smithers-Oasis, from 2005 to 2013. His career also includes a role as Senior Tax Manager at EY for 11 months in 2014-2015 and a decade-long tenure at Deloitte as Senior Manager in Tax Services from 1995 to 2005.
Educational Background in Taxation and Accounting
Justin Droder holds a Master's degree in Taxation from The University of Akron, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from Kent State University, completing his studies there from 1991 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in tax management.
Career Timeline and Progression
Justin Droder's career in tax management spans over two decades. He began his professional journey at Deloitte, where he worked for ten years. After that, he transitioned to Smithers-Oasis and then to Ferro Corporation. His experience at EY further enriched his expertise before he took on his current role at Signet Jewelers. This timeline reflects a consistent focus on tax-related roles across various industries.