Senior Director of Tax

Overview

The organization is seeking a Sr. Director of Tax to shape and execute global tax strategy. This leadership role will oversee the tax function and drive compliance, risk management, and strategic planning across global operations. The Sr. Director of Tax will partner with executive leaders to support long-term business goals and ensure accurate, effective financial execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s long-term global corporate income tax and indirect tax strategies aligned with business growth to manage effective tax rate, cash taxes, and tax risk.
• Own the quarterly and annual global tax provision under ASC 740, including current and deferred taxes, valuation allowances, uncertain tax positions, and effective tax rate analysis.
• Manage all tax-related SEC disclosures (10-K, 10-Q, proxy), including the income tax footnote, rate reconciliation, and MD&A discussion.
• Evaluate and apply new accounting and tax guidance; document technical positions in memos.
• Partner with Controllership, Legal, Investor Relations, external auditors, and relevant stakeholders on disclosures, audits, and SOX controls over income taxes.
• Oversee U.S. federal, state and local, and non-U.S. income tax compliance and ensure timely, accurate filings globally.
• Own U.S. international tax positions and planning, including GILTI (NCTI), Subpart F, FDII (FDDEI), BEAT and foreign tax credits.
• Monitor Pillar Two and global minimum tax developments and readiness.
• Own transfer-pricing policy and manage tax exposure across intercompany arrangements, including partnership with the Controller on intercompany accounting, documentation, and elimination.
• Lead withholding, treaty, and permanent establishment analysis on cross-border flows.
• Identify and execute tax planning opportunities, including credits, incentives, and entity structuring; evaluate complex tax legislation changes to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Provide tax diligence, structuring, and integration support for M&A and financing transactions.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of four tax professionals, reviewing provision, compliance, and technical work for accuracy and quality.
• Advise executive leadership on tax risk and the tax implications of business initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• 15+ years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting and in-house roles at a U.S. public multinational.
• At least five years of direct people management experience.
• Deep expertise in ASC 740 and SEC tax reporting, including drafting disclosures and working with external auditors.
• Proven ability to develop long-term tax strategy and to review and coach staff, ideally with continued hands-on technical involvement.
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and work well with cross-functional teams under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax topics to non-tax executives.
• Proven track record of leading through change in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading tax teams within a public SaaS or high-growth technology company.
• Proven track record managing complex international tax structures and M&A transactions.
• Workiva platform experience.
• Master’s degree in Taxation (MST).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range in the US: $185,000.00 - $315,000.00
• Discretionary bonus typically paid annually
• Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
• 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

Location & Working Conditions

• Remote workspace setup
• Up to 10% travel required for strategic team meetings and corporate events.

Additional Information

• Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.
• The organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
• Employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.
• Employees may work in an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.