Senior Manager, International Tax Reporting

Microsoft • Redmond, WA

159d • $96,500 - $188,400 • Remote

About The Position

Empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. That's what inspires us, drives our work, and pushes us to challenge the status quo every day. We also work to empower our employees, so they can achieve more. We believe we should each find meaning in our work, and we ensure employees have the freedom and the reach to help make a difference in the world. Microsoft Tax & Customs Department is responsible for Worldwide Tax & Customs Reporting, Compliance, and Planning, including the technology and process & innovation functions to support the coordination of the worldwide tax and Customs functions. There are four major functions within the Tax and Customs Department: 1) Tax Reporting and Transfer Pricing 2) Customs, Tax Process & Innovation, 3) Corporate Tax Planning & Controversies, Indirect Tax & Global Business Initiatives 4) Tax & Customs Controllership, Policy and Benefits Taxation.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree (e.g., Master's in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Taxation or related field; J.D.; LL.M. in Taxation) AND 5+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Tax, Law, or related field AND 6+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience OR equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of prior experience in Big 4 corporate tax practice.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Degree (e.g., Master's in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Taxation or related field; J.D.; LL.M. in Taxation) AND 7+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Tax, Law, or related field AND 8+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience OR equivalent experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), or similar certification.
• Proficiency in US international corporate income tax.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Demonstrated skills in database and desktop applications, particularly SAP and MS Office.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and business stakeholders.
• Exhibit analytical thinking, ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills.
• Hands-on experience with income tax modeling and ASC740 modeling.

Responsibilities

• Manage income tax provision and compliance processes, including the collection of relevant financial data and ensuring adherence to legislative requirements.
• Prepare workpapers, calculations, and tax forms and provide recommendations regarding next steps.
• Prepare technical memos to support various tax positions.
• Maintain and update technical calculation models including Foreign Derived Tangible Income (FDII), Global Intangible Low-taxed Income (GILTI), Subpart F, Base Erosion & Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT), and Foreign Tax Credit (FTC).
• Conduct comprehensive Earnings & Profits (E&P) and basis studies, preparing supporting schedules as needed.
• Collaborate with individuals external to the team to gather facts and data that can impact tax calculations.
• Ensure the sharing of pertinent information and awareness of factors that could influence tax calculations.
• Leverage advanced technology (e.g., AI, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, etc.) to accomplish goals.
• Improve current methods used in collecting data and developing automated reporting.

Benefits

• Industry leading healthcare
• Educational resources
• Discounts on products and services
• Savings and investments
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Generous time away
• Giving programs
• Opportunities to network and connect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Master's degree