Director - US International Tax

Your Career

We are currently seeking an exceptional and highly experienced individual to fill the critical role of Director US International Tax within Palo Alto Networks Tax team. This pivotal position requires a proven US tax expert with profound expertise in US regulations and requirements a thorough understanding of relevant tax laws and the ability to offer strategic guidance on tax legislation and developments on a global scale.

In this role you will be instrumental in building and designing the team and priorities assuming the lead of strategic projects driving US International provision compliance and reporting per ASC 740 and providing invaluable support for our global tax planning initiatives. You will lead develop and mentor a high-performing team of tax professionals fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Our ideal candidate is an accomplished leader in US International Tax known for their strategic expertise. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and creative thinker with outstanding communication skills. Furthermore they thrive in collaborative settings working seamlessly with cross-functional teams. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of talented and high-performing colleagues all within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This position is based in Santa Clara California and expected to be onsite at least 3 days per week. It reports to the Senior Director International Tax Global Tax Planning and Tax M&A and will continuously collaborate with the global tax team.

The International Tax team at PANW is a close-knit and dynamic group dedicated to establishing robust tax processes frameworks and systems that will drive the business forward during the upcoming phase of rapid expansion. Our primary objectives include establishing appropriate Tax policies and procedures evaluating avenues to optimize our positions and achieve certainty ensuring compliance across diverse geographical regions meeting stringent reporting standards evaluating the need for any tax reserves on our financial statements and proactively preparing for audits to achieve our targeted tax objectives. We take pride in our collaborative and enthusiastic approach eagerly anticipating the exciting growth phase ahead and are fully committed to supporting our business teams in every conceivable manner.

Your Impact

• The Director US International Tax will work with the tax team leadership to ensure compliance with tax regulations and optimize the companys global tax position with a strong focus on US international tax matters. Key responsibilities include:
• Building leading developing and mentoring a strong performing team of tax professionals and playing a key leadership role within the Global Tax organization
• Developing and implementing comprehensive US international tax strategies that align with business goals minimize liabilities and optimize cash flow including advising on acquisitions new jurisdictions and structuring global investments
• Advising on intercompany transactions ensuring US compliance and tax efficiency in cross-border charges
• Leading and conducting thorough tax research on complex US international tax issues engaging in special projects such as tax planning M&A and corporate initiatives
• Having overall responsibility for US International tax provision purposes in compliance with ASC740 including E&P Subpart F FDII GILTI and foreign tax credit calculations for quarterly and annual reporting
• Managing and reviewing all U.S. international compliance forms (e.g. Forms1118) and related disclosures ensuring accuracy and timeliness of external filings
• Monitoring international areas to identify and mitigate potential tax exposure including compliance with ASC 740.10 for international tax matters
• Liaising with and managing external accounting firms for US international compliance matters and examinations minimizing proposed adjustments
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the tax function leveraging technology and best practices
• Keeping current on developments in global tax that may affect the business analyzing legislation participating in modeling scenarios and communicating tax-related information effectively to stakeholders

Qualifications :

Your Experience 

• 15 years of progressive tax consulting compliance and reporting experience in Big 4 and US multinational corporate tax departments (Tech Industry preferred) including leading strategy advising driving reviewing and managing US international tax compliance reporting and planning
• CPA LLM or JD highly desirable; active CPA license (MST or . preferred) or bar admission (LL.M. in Taxation preferred) required
• Deep US international tax expertise with a US-headquartered multinational corporation thoroughly versed in ASC 740 principles and a strong understanding of international tax Sub C and transfer pricing concepts rules and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of federal income taxation of international operations and transactions with the ability to lead the team in analyzing and responding to new tax statutes regulations rulings and court decisions for planning and reporting
• Strong analytical research organizational and project management skills including tax modeling quantitative tax analysis and the ability to translate complex issues into clear actionable insights for colleagues and management
• Self-motivated accountable and collaborative with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while working effectively as part of a high-performing team
• Capability to manage develop and mentor staff in a collaborative team setting
• Proficient in Excel modeling experienced with large data sets pivot tables tax preparation software (e.g. Corptax OneSource) and passionate about technology adoption; skilled in performing tax research using online tools (BNA CCH etc.) and consulting with tax advisory team members
• Excellent written and oral communication interpersonal and presentation skills

Tax Knowledge:

• Significant progressive experience advising U.S. and foreign multinationals on complex U.S. international tax matters including outbound issues (e.g. GILTI Subpart F FDII foreign tax credits Section 367 income sourcing and characterization entity characterization rules) and inbound issues (e.g. withholding taxes FIRPTA tax treaties U.S. trade or business taxation)
• Deep understanding of U.S. international transactional tax issues including anti-inversion rules (e.g. Sections 367 & 7874) and Subchapter C provisions (e.g. Sections-383)

Additional Information :

The Team

You have a passion for international taxes; our organization has a real passion for cybersecurity. Youre looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions for top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our Tax department deals with all aspects of international taxes daily supporting infrastructure dealing in automation and building elegant models and solutions to empower our business lines and solutions. If youre seeking a financial challenge but with a worldwide impact this is it.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications experience and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $208000/YR - $284500/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

Our Commitment

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