Senior Tax Manager

Zscaler • San Jose, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a seasoned Senior Tax Manager to join our Tax department. This role is based in our San Jose, CA headquarters (in office Tuesday-Thursday), reporting to the Senior Director, Tax. You will be responsible for leading Zscaler's North America income tax compliance process along with supporting the quarterly and annual global tax provision process. You will be heavily involved in shaping the tax department’s tax compliance policies and processes, while supporting the business needs of a fast-growing company. This is an individual contributor role with oversight responsibilities for local and remote team members.

Requirements

• 10+ years of related experience with a combination of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance
• Extensive technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills to conduct thorough tax research and solve complex problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate complex subject matter to leadership, peers and other levels in the company

Nice To Haves

• CPA license, Master’s degree or LLM preferred
• strong familiarity with ASC 740 preferred
• Experience in a fast moving, high growth environment with ability to react quickly to unexpected challenges and opportunities
• Extremely organized and able to manage work requirements to meet reporting deadlines

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review the US and Canada income tax compliance including the U.S. federal, state and local income tax returns and estimated taxes
• Prepare and review the monthly and quarterly U.S. indirect tax compliance including sales tax, use tax, gross receipts tax and property tax
• Manage the R&D tax credit and SRED credit studies with the support of external service providers
• Assist with the Company’s ASC 740 income tax provision for interim and annual income tax provisions, as reported in the Company’s SEC Form 10-K/10-Q filings
• Build cross functional relationships with the broader finance organization

Benefits

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees