Director, International Tax

Requisition Number: 151206

Position Title: Director Tax I

External Description:

International Tax Director Position

We’re EA—the world’s largest video game publisher. You’re probably familiar with many of our titles—Madden, FIFA, The Sims, Need for Speed, Dead Space, Battlefield and Star Wars, to name a few. But maybe you don’t know how we’re committed to creating games for every platform—from social to mobile to console—to give our consumers that anytime, anywhere access they demand. What does that mean for you? It means more opportunities to unleash your creative genius, be inspired by those around you and ignite your path in any direction you choose.

  
POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a key contributor to the tax team, based in Redwood Shores, California, reporting to the Senior Tax Director, M&A and International Tax.  In this role, the International Tax Director will perform a variety of functions primarily relating to International Tax and M&A. 

Our work environment is fun, fast-paced and rewarding. We provide a unique environment for learning and developing and we’re looking for an independent, proactive and highly motivated individual.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze international and local country tax planning around all aspects of EA’s business, including identification of issues, proper structuring of effective and tax-efficient strategies, and driving implementation of solutions.
• Support M&A projects, including tax due diligence, review of purchase agreements, and post-acquisition integration and compliance.
• Review, prepare, and manage all aspects of U.S. international income tax compliance for all foreign entities.
• Review and manage quarterly and annual U.S international income tax provision.
• Provide quantitative analysis and tax modeling tax planning strategies or initiatives in support of tax compliance and provision.
• Provide US international tax support to federal tax compliance group, tax controversy team, and cross-function teams (e.g., Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, and Legal).
• Prepare technical and non-technical tax research and compliance memos.
• Research and analyze impact of tax legislation and regulatory proposals.
• Manage outside tax advisors.
• Ad hoc tax projects as required or as needed.

Education and Technical Requirements:

• At least 10 to 15 years of international tax and M&A experience, a combination of industry and public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong tax technical knowledge in the areas of US International tax and M&A, as well as transfer pricing.
• Demonstrated experience in planning, implementing, and managing international tax strategies.
• Proven M&A experience, including due diligence, tax planning, and subsequent integration.
• Strong technical skills and experience in financial reporting and US GAAP accounting principles for international tax matters.
• Excellent quantitative skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, experience with Oracle, Hyperion, and/or OneSource a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, J.D., or equivalent,
• CPA preferred, MST or LLM a plus.

 

Capabilities:

• Effective communication skills with the ability to “translate” complex concepts and calculations to cross-functional team.
• Ability to work independently and willingness to “roll-up sleeves”, with a positive “can do” attitude.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must be able to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Results driven with high level of initiative, teamwork, urgency, accountability and integrity.
• Enjoy a challenge and thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong Work Ethic.  Work hard but work smart. Go home, enjoy life.  Come back refreshed.
• Sense of humor.

 

It’s not easy building the world’s best digital playground. It’s hair-standing-on-end exhilarating. It’s down-in-the-trenches challenging. It’s stroke-of-brilliance-at-midnight creative. It’s you—taking risks, challenging yourself, pursuing ideas, changing the way millions of people do something they love: play. In an industry that’s changing every day, EA is positioned for growth thanks to smart business plans, strategic acquisitions, and most importantly, our creative people around the world who gather each day to unite the world through play. We take that last part very seriously, so if what you’re reading excites you as much as it does us, apply today.

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Company Profile:

Electronic Arts Inc. 是全球领先的互动娱乐软件公司。 EA 提供适用于联网主机、个人电脑、手机和平板电脑的游戏、内容和在线服务。

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Days Open: 217

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EEO Employer Verbiage:

EA 是一个奉行机会均等的雇主。 所有招聘决定均不考虑种族、肤色、国籍、血统、生理性别、社会性别、性别认同或表达、性向、年龄、遗传信息、宗教信仰、残障状况、医疗状况、怀孕状况、婚姻状况、家庭状况或退伍军人身份等因素的影响。 EA 还会遵照相关法律，为符合条件的残障个体改善工作环境。