US International Income Tax Lead, VP

State Street • Boston, MA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated US International Income Tax Lead (Vice President) to join our Corporate Tax team. Due to the role requirements this job needs to be performed primarily in the office with some flex work opportunities available. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

Requirements

• Deep, practical knowledge of U.S. international tax principles, including Subpart F, Net CFC Tested Income (NCTI), previously taxed earnings and profits (PTEP), and foreign tax credit regimes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, analyze, and interpret large and complex data sets to support tax reporting, planning, and decision‑making.
• Proven success managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while developing, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior team members.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10-12 years of relevant experience in tax, accounting or finance.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. Federal and International tax laws and ASC 740 is a plus.
• Experience with tax software (e.g., OneSource,); familiarity with automation platforms (e.g. Alteryx, Power BI ) and AI tools.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Taxation preferred
• Certified Public Accountant preferred

Responsibilities

• International Tax Provision & Compliance : Provide review and oversight of the U.S. international tax filings, including Forms 1118, 5471, 8858, 8865, along with related supporting workpapers and schedules.
• Oversee the identification and analysis of international book‑to‑tax differences and review U.S. foreign tax credit computations and supporting documentation..
• Lead the preparation and review of international income tax provisions under ASC 740, ensuring technical accuracy, appropriate judgments, and timely reporting.
• Monitor, research, and interpret U.S. international tax legislative developments, assessing impacts and leading modeling and implementations as needed.
• Partner with local finance leaders, controllers, and external advisors globally to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective information gathering, and compliance with U.S. tax requirements.
• Support international tax planning initiatives and M&A activity through diligence, modeling, transaction structuring, and post‑acquisition integration.
• Lead and support ad hoc international tax projects, providing strategic guidance and technical expertise to cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Process Optimization & Technology Enablement : Identify opportunities to streamline and automate tax processes using AI tools and data analytics platforms.
• Contribute to building best-in-class tax processes by leveraging Microsoft Copilot and other intelligent automation tools.
• Internal Controls & Documentation: Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control requirements across all U.S. international tax processes, including design, execution, and ongoing monitoring of key controls.
• Maintain and enhance international tax process documentation, and serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting audits and control testing with clear, well supported analyses

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees