Manager, Tax

Digital Realty•Dallas, TX

22d

About The Position

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: DLR) is looking to add a Tax Accounting Manager to its global tax team. This exciting role will play an integral role in partnership and support of the global tax provision, financial reporting and SOX controls for a multinational organization. In this role, you will report to the US Senior Tax Manager and join a global team with members in the US, Europe, and Asia. The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs, company growth, and organizational priorities.

Requirements

To meet the basic qualification for this role you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
A bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
6-9+years of corporate tax experience, including public accounting and industry experience
Solid working knowledge of ASC 740 principles and experience with global reporting of quarterly income tax accounting and related disclosures
Solid experience with multi-national tax operations
Solid technical knowledge of US corporate income tax principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Solid organizational skills, great attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
The ability to achieve goals and work independently as well as contribute to team goals

Nice To Haves

A master's in Taxation/or Accounting
Certified Public Accountant
Big Four experience
Experience with Oracle Tax Reporting
Experience with tax provision reporting systems

Responsibilities

Assist with supporting the review of the quarterly and annual global income tax provision process as required by ASC 740 for Digital and its global affiliates, including evaluation of tax law changes, calculation of the effective tax rate, preparation and review of current and deferred tax provisions, preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of tax accounts, and collaboration with the international tax and accounting teams for appropriate consolidated income tax reporting
Support oversight of tax accounting for M&A activity, restructuring or reorganization initiatives
Prepare and review income tax disclosures and footnotes for annual and quarterly financial statements
Prepare tax memos regarding uncertain tax positions, realization of deferred tax assets and documenting the tax implications of various transactions
Review monthly account reconciliations for income taxes and professional tax service fees accrued
Work closely with accounting to understand financial statement reporting for separate legal entities, including regular review of accounting system and financial statement information to ensure integrity of the reports
Assist with managing the US TRS financial statement reporting
Assist with management and review of the outsourced income tax compliance associated with the federal, state and local income tax filings
Identification and implementation of process improvements, standardization and automation initiatives
Maintain strong working relationships and coordination with external consultants and advisors
Influence and collaboration with key global cross-functional partners and leadership in Accounting, Finance, Legal and Business teams