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Senior Manager, International Tax and Special Projects

AT DoorDash
DoorDash

Senior Manager, International Tax and Special Projects

Seattle, WA

About the Team

It's an exciting time to join our rapidly growing Tax team and be a part of the fast growth the Company is experiencing, particularly with M&A initiatives and jurisdictional growth! The Tax team is heavily involved in the operations of the business that impact Dashers, Merchants and Customers. As a key partner to the business, we are involved at the front end on plans for new products and country expansions. As DoorDash continues to expand its business lines, product offerings, and global footprint, partnering with the business teams to bring tax awareness for such initiatives continues to grow in importance.

About the Role

We are seeking a key contributor to the Tax team reporting to the Senior Director, International Tax and Special Projects. In this role, the Senior Manager will be a member of the team that performs a variety of functions primarily relating to international tax issues associated with world-wide tax planning projects, including legal entity and intellectual property holding structures, M&A integrations, and international tax law implementations, integrating and coordinating with the compliance, reporting, transfer pricing and controversy teams. We employ a one-team approach, so the Senior Manager will be working closely with internal tax resources in Finland and other international jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working collaboratively with broader business organizations, effectively identifying and communicating complex tax topics to Executives that affect global businesses. We are looking for a great cultural fit that can bring diverse perspectives and experiences. While technical and research abilities are critical, we are seeking an individual that can problem solve and collaborate within a matrixed environment.

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Our work environment is fun, fast-paced and rewarding. We provide a unique environment for learning and developing and we're looking for an independent, proactive and highly motivated individual. A successful candidate will be able to build successful relationships within Tax and across the broader company, simultaneously manage multiple cross-functional projects, recommend and support the implementation of high-impact planning initiatives supporting business growth, provide tax advice on tax and non-tax initiatives, and communicate complex areas of tax law to Executives within the company.

You're excited about this opportunity because you will...

  • Project manage US and multinational tax planning projects, corporate restructurings and M&A integrations.
  • Provide tax advice within the Tax team and key internal stakeholders throughout DoorDash on strategic tax planning initiatives, legislative developments, and other ad hoc matters.
  • Analyze and model scenarios to assess tax implications of planning strategies in support of tax compliance and tax provision.
  • Review all aspects of U.S. international income tax compliance and reporting associated with international tax planning initiatives, including E&P, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, BEAT and foreign tax credit calculations.
  • Provide US international tax support to federal tax compliance and reporting group, tax controversy and transfer pricing teams, international tax partners, and cross-functional teams (e.g., Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, and Legal), as required.
  • Prepare/review technical and non-technical tax research memos.
  • Research, analyze, model and communicate the tax technical, economic, business, and financial statement impacts of tax legislation and regulatory proposals to determine the potential or overall impact to the organization.
  • Manage ad hoc tax projects as required or as needed.
  • Operate at the lowest level of detail, diving into all things that directly or indirectly impact tax for DoorDash's international landscape to help drive shareholder value and minimize risk.
  • Communicate with stakeholders at all levels on project plans, status, and important issues.
  • Design scalable playbooks that document the team's tax policies and procedures.
  • Manage external advisors as necessary.

We're excited about you because...

  • You have 8+ years of experience in a multinational tax compliance/reporting/planning function with project management, consulting, or related experience.
  • You have experience managing large consulting, advisory, or other project engagements.
  • You have a proven track record of managing cross-functional projects with multiple dependencies in a fast-moving environment.
  • You have demonstrated success in your ability to explain complex tax issues in a clear and understandable manner.
  • You roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary to drive results, even if it's outside your normal areas of focus.
  • You have a strong attention to detail and analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and can motivate people at all levels across a variety of job responsibilities.
  • You approach your role with a strong moral compass and integrity.

Compensation

The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the pay range listed below and is determined based on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Base salary is localized according to an employee's work location. Ranges are market-dependent and may be modified in the future.

In addition to base salary, the compensation for this role includes opportunities for equity grants. Talk to your recruiter for more information.

DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act). DoorDash also offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program, among others.

To learn more about our benefits, visit our careers page here.

See below for paid time off details:

  • For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.
  • For hourly roles: vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (e.g. about 6.7 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 3.4 hours/month if working 20 hours/week), and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (e.g. about 5.8 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 2.9 hours/month if working 20 hours/week).

The base pay for this position ranges from our lowest geographical market up to our highest geographical market within the United States.

$155,000-$228,000 USD

About DoorDash

At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users-from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started with door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known for delivering food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.

DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees' happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That's why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on "protected categories," we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce - people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.

Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: DoorDash-6901447
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • Short-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Founder led
    • Asian founded/led