International Tax Provision & Compliance Specialist

Who we are

About Stripe

Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone’s reach while doing the most important work of your career.

About the team

The Finance Operations (FinOps) team provides and enhances core business services that are the backbone for Stripe. FinOps uses data and operational excellence to deliver technology solutions, procurement, billing and payroll services, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management to Stripe.

What you’ll do

As technology evolves, so do our tax reporting and compliance obligations, especially with the multitude of US and International tax provisions impacting US multinational corporations. We are seeking an International Tax Provision and Compliance Specialist to support our Corporate Income Tax Reporting function, specifically on the US GAAP income tax reporting of international operations at Stripe.

We are looking for a talented individual who will work collaboratively across the organization to assist Stripe’s US GAAP income tax reporting and tax compliance responsibilities.  The ideal candidate will have international tax experience in a high-growth technology company, with knowledge of operating in a large-scale, data heavy, dynamic environment.  

While the broader tax team is based in Seattle and San Francisco, this position can be based remotely or in either location.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the quarterly and annual preparation of ASC 740 income tax provision for international subsidiaries, including the company’s tax related financial statement disclosures, and documenting uncertain tax positions. 
• Assist with the preparation and review of US tax compliance related to foreign operations, including 5471s, 8858s, and 1120Fs. Review and monitor foreign tax credit, Subpart F, GILSection 956 inclusion and related compliance matters and work with the international tax and planning team to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in the implementation and modeling of Pillar II.
• Provide support to regional teams in tax audits to resolve tax issues.

Who you are

We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum requirements

• 5+ years of relevant tax experience working at an accounting firm or multi-national company 
• Knowledgeable of international tax laws and principles, including core international tax concepts of income sourcing, expense apportionment & allocation, E&P, foreign tax credit, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Section 956, and Subpart F 
• A strong background in US income tax compliance and ASC 740 income tax accounting of international operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to research and communicate complex technical tax issues clearly to non-tax team members and work effectively across functional teams
• Exhibit strong analytical thinking, ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent prioritization and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets to support various income tax calculations, including modeling of changes in tax laws. Empathy, humility, and some comedy

Preferred qualifications

• An advanced degree or professional qualification in tax, accounting, or law (CPA, JD or Master’s degree).
• Experience working in a high-growth, rapidly scaling environment.
• Industry experience at a multinational organization; experience working in technology, payments, or financial services is a plus
• Practical experience with tax provision software such as Oracle TRCS.
• A willingness to work with a diverse crew of tax nerds who care deeply about Stripe’s tax issues and each other.