Director, Tax

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Job Summary

The Director xScale Direct Tax Compliance will lead the global direct tax compliance function for the xScale joint ventures. This role is responsible for all direct tax compliance tax reporting and related governance activities across the xScale platform currently comprising eight global joint ventures and numerous legal entities with continued expansion expected through new JV formations and acquisitions.

The role requires a highly experienced tax professional with deep expertise in ASC 740 / US GAAP tax accounting and related income tax provision processes as well as extensive experience managing multinational tax compliance and statutory reporting obligations. The successful candidate will lead a team of tax professionals and oversee external advisors drive process improvement and automation initiatives and serve as the primary tax reporting leader for xScales rapidly growing global business.

This position will partner closely with xScale Controllership Treasury Legal FP&A and M&A teams as well as external tax advisors and auditors to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance and reporting across all xScale entities.

Responsibilities

Global Direct Tax Compliance

• Lead all direct tax compliance activities across existing and future xScale joint ventures

• Oversee global tax filing calendars and ensure timely filing of all tax returns and related reporting obligations

• Manage relationships with external service providers and advisors including Big Four firms and local tax advisors

• Perform secondary review of significant tax filings elections supporting schedules and tax positions

• Coordinate tax audit responses and resolution of tax authority inquiries

• Establish scalable compliance processes capable of supporting rapid growth in JV count legal entities and geographic footprint

Tax Reporting & Provision Leadership

• Lead all aspects of quarterly and annual income tax accounting under ASC 740

• Oversee the preparation of and perform technical review of tax provisions for JV group financial statements and local statutory financial statements

• Manage current and deferred tax accounting uncertain tax positions valuation allowances return-to-provision analyses and tax disclosures

• Serve as primary tax reporting lead for all matters with external auditors

• Develop and maintain standardized tax provision processes and documentation

• Ensure consistency and quality of tax accounting across multiple jurisdictions and reporting frameworks

• Prepare and review technical memoranda supporting significant tax accounting positions

Team Leadership

• Lead mentor and develop a team of tax managers and senior analysts and coordinate effectively and proactively with external advisors

• Establish clear accountability review processes and development plans across the team

• Build organizational capability in tax compliance and provision matters

• Foster a culture of ownership technical excellence continuous improvement and operational discipline

• Drive training initiatives to improve tax technical knowledge and tax accounting expertise across the organization

Strategic Business Partnership

• Partner with xScale Controllership Treasury Legal FP&A and M&A teams on the tax compliance and reporting implications of new JV formations capital transactions acquisitions monetizations refinancings and restructurings

• Provide tax accounting and reporting support for significant business transactions

• Support tax due diligence activities related to acquisitions monetizations and investor transactions

• Ensure tax implications are appropriately reflected in both financial reporting and compliance processes

Process Improvement & Governance

• Drive standardization automation and scalability across global tax compliance and tax reporting processes

• Enhance tax provision workflows reporting templates controls and documentation

• Leverage technology and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency and reduce risk

• Develop operating procedures and governance frameworks to support growth of the xScale platform

• Continuously improve quality consistency and timeliness of tax deliverables

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field

• CPA Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualification

• 10 years of progressive tax compliance experience

• Deep expertise in ASC 740 / US GAAP tax accounting and related tax provision processes

• Strong technical background in corporate income tax and multinational direct tax

• Extensive experience managing multinational income tax compliance

• Proven experience leading high-performing tax teams

• Experience working directly with external auditors and tax advisors

• Ability to manage large volumes of work establish priorities and make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication leadership and stakeholder management skills

Preferred

• Experience with joint venture structures and partnership taxation

• Familiarity with IFRS tax accounting as well as local statutory tax reporting requirements across EMEA and APAC jurisdictions

• Experience supporting acquisitions restructurings and large-scale international expansion initiatives

• Big Four public accounting background

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a seasoned tax leader with exceptional tax accounting and provision expertise who can operate as both a strategic technical reviewer and a hands-on problem solver. They have the technical depth to assess complex tax issues the operational discipline to build scalable processes and the leadership skills to develop a high-performing global team supporting a rapidly expanding international joint venture platform.

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 177000 - 265000 USD / Annual

United States - Tampa Office TAO : 177000 - 265000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role level and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus equity or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee you become important to Equinixs success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive inclusive sustainable connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure were providing you with the best package possible. So wherever you are in your career and life youll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health life disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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