Director, International Tax

Director, International Tax

Department: Tax

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: US

Description

Shape the Future of Work with Eptura

At Eptura, we're not just another tech company-we're a global leader transforming the way people, workplaces, and assets connect. Our innovative worktech solutions empower 25 million users across 115 countries to thrive in a digitally connected world. Trusted by 45% of Fortune 500 companies, we're redefining workplace innovation and driving success for organizations around the globe.

Job Description The Director (Sr.) of International Tax will lead the company's global tax strategy, planning, compliance, and risk management for a high-growth SaaS organization. As a key member of the finance leadership team, this role partners closely with executive stakeholders to optimize the company's global tax position and support international expansion. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions while driving tax-efficient structures and scalable processes. This leader will combine deep technical expertise with a strategic mindset to influence business decisions and enable sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global tax strategy aligned with corporate growth, international expansion, and entity structure optimization
• Provide strategic guidance on SaaS-specific tax matters, including revenue recognition and indirect tax implications
• Drive tax planning initiatives to optimize effective tax rate (ETR) and cash tax outcomes
• Advise executive leadership and Board members on tax implications of key business decisions and regulatory changes
• Oversee global tax compliance across income tax, indirect tax (VAT, GST, sales/use), and withholding taxes
• Ensure accurate and timely tax provisions and financial reporting in accordance with ASC 740
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and global tax authorities
• Maintain strong internal controls over tax reporting and compliance processes
• Lead transfer pricing strategy in line with OECD guidelines; design and implement policy enhancements as needed
• Support cross-border operations, including permanent establishment risk mitigation and tax-efficient structuring
• Monitor global tax developments and assess business impact
• Lead tax diligence, structuring, and integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments
• Partner with corporate development and legal teams to evaluate tax risks and opportunities in transactions
• Support post-acquisition tax integration and optimization strategies
• Oversee global indirect tax strategy, including nexus, VAT/GST compliance, and digital marketplace regulations
• Ensure compliance with evolving digital taxation frameworks affecting SaaS and subscription models
• Collaborate with billing, product, and finance teams on tax-sensitive pricing and product decisions
• Identify and mitigate global tax risks, including audit and controversy management
• Establish scalable tax processes, systems, and governance frameworks to support growth
• Ensure compliance with SOX-like internal control standards
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing global tax team
• Drive automation and process improvements using tax technology and data analytics
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with finance, legal, FP&A, treasury, and operations

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required; MST or JD/LLM (Tax) preferred
• Significant progressive tax experience, including leadership roles in multinational SaaS or technology companies
• Combination of public accounting and in-house corporate tax experience preferred
• Deep expertise in U.S. and international tax, including transfer pricing, indirect tax, ASC 740, and relevant tax codes (e.g., Sections 174 & 382)
• Proven experience supporting high-growth, private equity-backed, or public SaaS environments
• Strong track record in M&A tax structuring, diligence, and integration
• Experience with modern tax technologies and ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Vertex, or Avalara
• Strategic thinker with the ability to operate hands-on and build scalable processes in a dynamic environment
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Pet Insurance
  • Dependent, Spousal and Domestic Partner coverage available
  • Up to $1000 Company HSA Contribution
  • Medical, Dependent Care and Limited FSA Accounts
• Income Protection and Replacement - 100% Company Paid
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible PTO
• 401K with company match

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