Tax Manager

Tax Manager
Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating 250 data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.
We are a fast-growing global company with 20+ years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,000+ networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to be a member of the Equinix Global Tax Team with a primary focus on Hyperscale Joint Venture international income tax compliance and tax accounting. The ideal candidate must have a strong general tax background including competent analytical and critical thinking capability and the ability to manage advisors.
Responsibilities

• Collaborate and coordinate with outside service providers to manage international income tax compliance and income tax payment processes to ensure timely submission of accurate income tax returns, withholding tax returns and tax payments for multiple subsidiaries in multiple jurisdictions;
  
• Be responsible for data accumulation required for the preparation of income tax filings;
  
• Manage quarterly and annual income tax accounting process for Hyperscale Joint Venture entities under US GAAP and local GAAP for the management report and statutory report;
  
• Be responsible for quarter end close procedures, including the preparation of tax account reconciliations;
  
• Research local tax requirements for expanded geographic presence, conduct various tax research projects and analyze the income tax implications of any new tax legislations with proper memorandums prepared;
  
• Maintain tax fixed asset register for US tax purposes and local country tax purposes;
  
• Work closely with FP&A to review quarterly/annual forecast and prepare cash tax forecast.
  
• Assist with tax planning and strategies implementation in the various regions;
  
• Assist with the tax controversy team related to income tax audits in various regions, discuss technical issues with tax auditors and negotiate audit settlement;
  
• Operate with limited oversight/direction, coordinate schedule and establish directives.
  
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all areas of Hyperscale Joint Venture income taxes for internal responsible parties
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years plus working experience with BIG 4 and/or corporate tax department is preferred
  
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
  
• CPA/Chartered Accountant/Equivalent certification preferred
  
• Master of Taxation preferred
  
• Extensive experience in global corporate income tax compliance preferred
  
• Sufficient knowledge of US income tax laws and regulations related to multi-national corporations.
  
• Demonstrated technical strength and knowledge related to income tax accounting and income tax reporting
  
• Self-starter with strong accounting, analytical, time management and project management skills
  
• Ability to recognize, understand, and analyze complex issues with excellent communication and writing skills
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management in an organization
  
• Must be well-organized, hands-on, detail-oriented and able to work independently and as part of a team
  
• Proficient computer skills including strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Hyperion)
  

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $111,000 to $185,000 per year
  
• California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $104,000 to $172,000 per year
  
• Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $94,000 to $156,000 per year
  

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

• San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $111,000 to $185,000 per year
  
• California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $104,000 to $172,000 per year
  
• Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $94,000 to $156,000 per year
  

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:
USA Benefits eBook