• International Tax Reporting Senior Manager

    Microsoft Corporation (Redmond, WA)


    Overview

     

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    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.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage income tax provisions for non-U.S. subsidiaries, including statutory income tax accounting positions, deferred tax accounting, income tax payable proofs, tax account rollforward, return-to-provision true-up, and effective tax rate. Provide guidance and technical support under U.S. GAAP and local accounting standards

    + Collect relevant financial and tax data and ensure adherence to legislative requirements

    + Prepare workpapers, calculations, and provide recommendations regarding next steps

    + Prepare technical memos to support tax various positions

    + Support aspects of Pillar Two process, provision, and compliance

    + Collaborate with individuals external to the team to gather facts and data that can impact tax calculations

    + Share pertinent information and be aware 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

    Qualifications

    Required qualifications:

    + 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 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 equivalent experience.

    Preferred qualifications:

    + Proficiency in (Accounting Standards Codification) ASC 740 and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

    + Proficiency in U.S. and international corporate income tax

    + Project management skills

    + Proficient skills in database and desktop applications, particularly SAP and MS Office

    + Proficient 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 excellent prioritization and organizational skills

    + Hands-on experience with income tax modeling and ASC 740 modeling

    + CPA certification is desired

    + Previous experience in a corporate tax department

    + Prior experience in Big 4 corporate tax practices

     

    Tax IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $96,500 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $123,500 - $206,400 per year.

     

    Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

     

    https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

     

    This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

     

    Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations. (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html)