Sr. Tax Manager, US International / M&A

eBay • San Jose, CA

112d • $132,000 - $232,800

About The Position

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all. eBay is seeking a Senior Manager, Tax – Mergers & Acquisitions to join our U.S. Tax Planning team in San Jose. You will be a key leader across the M&A lifecycle — from LOI and diligence through signing, closing, and integration. In this highly visible role, you’ll drive critical tax decision-making, collaborate across functions, and lead the integration of acquired businesses into eBay’s global tax framework.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field (advanced degree or CPA/JD/LLM strongly preferred).
• 8–12 years of U.S. and international M&A tax experience, ideally within a Big 4 or law firm and/or multinational corporate tax department.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability, including leading deal workstreams and managing cross-functional teams.
• Deep technical knowledge of consolidated return regulations, M&A and section 367 implications, Section 382, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, FTCs, and purchase accounting impacts.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple complex deals simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills — able to simplify complex tax concepts for senior leadership.
• Proven ability to drive integration activities and deliver practical, business-aligned outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle M&A tax execution — providing input at LOI stage, directing diligence, driving deal structuring, and overseeing integration.
• Partner with Corporate Development, Legal, Treasury, HR, and Finance to evaluate and execute mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic investments.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior leaders on optimal transaction structures (e.g., stock vs. asset deals, elections, reorganizations, cross-border strategies, Section 382 considerations).
• Manage and present diligence findings, including exposure analysis.
• Oversee integration of acquired companies, including intangibles integration, tax compliance, reporting, entity rationalization, and alignment with eBay’s transfer pricing and financial processes.
• Coordinate and challenge external advisors, ensuring high-quality, business-focused advice.
• Prepare and review technical tax memoranda supporting structuring and purchase accounting positions.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical depth and execution excellence across the tax planning group.

Benefits

• Base pay range in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Metro and Seattle Metro is expected in the range of $174,400 - $232,800.
• Base pay range for all other U.S. work locations is expected in the range of $132,000 - $212,000.
• Total compensation package may include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units.
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees