Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:
Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.
Who We Are
We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.
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As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!
At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.
Your Career
We are currently seeking an exceptional and highly experienced individual to fill the critical role of Director, US International Tax within Palo Alto Networks' Tax team. This pivotal position requires a proven US tax expert with profound expertise in US regulations and requirements, a thorough understanding of relevant tax laws, and the ability to offer strategic guidance on tax legislation and developments on a global scale.
In this role, you will be instrumental in building and designing the team and priorities, assuming the lead of strategic projects, driving US International provision compliance and reporting per ASC 740, and providing invaluable support for our global tax planning initiatives. You will lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Our ideal candidate is an accomplished leader in US International Tax, known for their strategic expertise. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and creative thinker, with outstanding communication skills. Furthermore, they thrive in collaborative settings, working seamlessly with cross-functional teams. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of talented and high-performing colleagues, all within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This position is based in Santa Clara, California and expected to be onsite at least 3 days per week. It reports to the Senior Director, International Tax, Global Tax Planning and Tax M&A, and will continuously collaborate with the global tax team.
The International Tax team at PANW is a close-knit and dynamic group dedicated to establishing robust tax processes, frameworks, and systems that will drive the business forward during the upcoming phase of rapid expansion. Our primary objectives include establishing appropriate Tax policies and procedures, evaluating avenues to optimize our positions and achieve certainty, ensuring compliance across diverse geographical regions, meeting stringent reporting standards, evaluating the need for any tax reserves on our financial statements, and proactively preparing for audits to achieve our targeted tax objectives. We take pride in our collaborative and enthusiastic approach, eagerly anticipating the exciting growth phase ahead, and are fully committed to supporting our business teams in every conceivable manner.
Your Impact
- The Director, US International Tax will work with the tax team leadership to ensure compliance with tax regulations and optimize the company's global tax position, with a strong focus on US international tax matters. Key responsibilities include:
- Building, leading, developing, and mentoring a strong performing team of tax professionals, and playing a key leadership role within the Global Tax organization.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive US international tax strategies that align with business goals, minimize liabilities, and optimize cash flow, including advising on acquisitions, new jurisdictions, and structuring global investments.
- Advising on intercompany transactions, ensuring US compliance and tax efficiency in cross-border charges.
- Leading and conducting thorough tax research on complex US international tax issues, engaging in special projects such as tax planning, M&A, and corporate initiatives.
- Having overall responsibility for US International tax provision purposes in compliance with ASC740, including E&P, Subpart F, FDII, GILTI, and foreign tax credit calculations for quarterly and annual reporting.
- Managing and reviewing all U.S. international compliance forms (e.g., Forms 5471, 8858, 8990, 8991, 8992, 8993, 1118) and related disclosures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of external filings.
- Monitoring international areas to identify and mitigate potential tax exposure, including compliance with ASC 740.10 for international tax matters.
- Liaising with and managing external accounting firms for US international compliance matters and examinations, minimizing proposed adjustments.
- Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the tax function, leveraging technology and best practices.
- Keeping current on developments in global tax that may affect the business, analyzing legislation, participating in modeling scenarios, and communicating tax-related information effectively to stakeholders.
Your Experience
- 15+ years of progressive tax consulting, compliance, and reporting experience in Big 4 and US multinational corporate tax departments (Tech Industry preferred), including leading strategy, advising, driving, reviewing, and managing US international tax compliance, reporting, and planning.
- CPA, LLM, or JD highly desirable; active CPA license (MST or M.Acc. preferred) or bar admission (LL.M. in Taxation preferred) required.
- Deep US international tax expertise with a US-headquartered multinational corporation, thoroughly versed in ASC 740 principles, and a strong understanding of international tax, Sub C, and transfer pricing concepts, rules, and regulations.
- Excellent knowledge of federal income taxation of international operations and transactions, with the ability to lead the team in analyzing and responding to new tax statutes, regulations, rulings, and court decisions for planning and reporting.
- Strong analytical, research, organizational, and project management skills, including tax modeling, quantitative tax analysis, and the ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights for colleagues and management.
- Self-motivated, accountable, and collaborative, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while working effectively as part of a high-performing team.
- Capability to manage, develop, and mentor staff in a collaborative team setting.
- Proficient in Excel modeling, experienced with large data sets, pivot tables, tax preparation software (e.g., Corptax, OneSource), and passionate about technology adoption; skilled in performing tax research using online tools (BNA, CCH, etc.) and consulting with tax advisory team members.
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Tax Knowledge:
- Significant, progressive experience advising U.S. and foreign multinationals on complex U.S. international tax matters, including outbound issues (e.g., GILTI, Subpart F, FDII, foreign tax credits, Section 367, income sourcing and characterization, entity characterization rules) and inbound issues (e.g., withholding taxes, FIRPTA, tax treaties, U.S. trade or business taxation).
- Deep understanding of U.S. international transactional tax issues, including anti-inversion rules (e.g., Sections 367 & 7874) and Subchapter C provisions (e.g., Sections 304, 368, 351, 355, 381-383).
The Team
You have a passion for international taxes; our organization has a real passion for cybersecurity. You're looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions for top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our Tax department deals with all aspects of international taxes daily, supporting infrastructure, dealing in automation, and building elegant models and solutions to empower our business lines and solutions. If you're seeking a financial challenge but with a worldwide impact, this is it.
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $208000 - $284500/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
Our Commitment
We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
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