VP International Taxation

We are a $2 billion revenue, consistently profitable technology company headquartered near Fremont, California.  We are seeking a VP of International Taxation to lead all aspects of global tax issues.

We are looking for a highly capable, responsible, hands-on, results oriented tax professional to lead global tax department. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of taxes and will have strong technical knowledge of SFAS 109, Fin 48, tax provisions, compliances and planning, international tax strategy (primarily related with Asian operations), global transfer pricing, US Sales Tax, US GAAP tax compliance and the ability to do research domestically and internationally.
Primary Responsibilities:
" Responsible for all aspects of US and international tax compliance and planning
" Manage quarterly/annual tax provision and compliance activities for all global entities
" Review and research various tax planning strategies and make appropriate recommendations to minimize tax impact
" Review, research and document various transfer pricing related issues
" Responsible for managing all indirect tax activities (Sales Tax, Property Tax etc.)
" Assist with planning of legal entities structure to minimize tax impact
" Manage various tax audits and interface with tax or other regulatory authorities
" Coordinate with all international entities for local tax compliance, filings and other tax related matters
" Responsible for FAS123R calculations regarding APIC pools and its impact on tax
" Assist finance and operations management tax related analysis and special projects
" Manage staff of 2 and coordinate with outside tax consultants for various tax related issues and projects
Experience:
" Minimum 10 years of related experience with global taxations  with a multinational company and preferably a minimum of 5-6 years audit with a large public accounting firm
" Strong knowledge of global tax and related US GAAP
" Good understanding of US Sales Tax related matters
" Current knowledge and experience with various accounting standards, principles and pronouncements related with tax
Education:
" Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
" Certified Public Accountant
Other:
" Excellent oral and written communications
" Proven leadership with ability to work in team environment and inspire great results with positive attitudes
" Business operations orientated person with strong analytical skills
" Self starter and solutions provider with ability to prioritize workload
" Ability to be hands-on and detail oriented
" Able to influence, train and mentor staff to achieve objectives
" A strong work ethic and the energy to be committed to a fast-paced environment
" Ability to identify areas and make recommendations for improvements on various processes and strategies