Director, US Tax Controversy
PayPal Inc.

At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives.

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Job Description Summary:
PayPal Corporate Tax has an exciting opportunity for a Director - US Tax Controversy, responsible for US federal income and state tax audits, meeting with taxing authorities on a regular basis, researching and developing defense strategies for tax positions, and interfacing with personnel from all areas of the Company to facilitate the collection and analysis of data necessary for tax audit defense. The position will report into the Sr. Director - US Controversy & Policy.

Fueled by a fundamental belief that having access to financial services creates opportunity, PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is committed to democratizing financial services and empowering people and businesses to join and thrive in the global economy. Our open digital payments platform gives PayPal's 426 million active account holders the confidence to connect and transact in new and powerful ways, whether they are online, on a mobile device, in an app, or in person. Through a combination of technological innovation and strategic partnerships, PayPal creates better ways to manage and move money, and offers choice and flexibility when sending payments, paying or getting paid. Available in more than 200 markets around the world, the PayPal platform, including Braintree, Venmo and Xoom enables consumers and merchants to receive money in more than 100 currencies, withdraw funds in 56 currencies and hold balances in their PayPal accounts in 25 currencies.

Job Description:

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage federal and state tax audits
• Review and respond to taxing authorities Information Document Requests
• Lead communications with taxing authorities to understand, discuss, and assist in bringing resolution to complex issues
• Oversee Company's audit management tool up to date with all documentation related to tax audits
• Coordinate with the Company's tax compliance and provision, transfer pricing and tax planning teams to ensure all aspects of the Company's tax audits are properly managed, and to provide regular updates regarding audit status
• Foster relationships with internal Finance, Legal, HR, and business leaders as well as external advisors to ensure complete and timely flow of information to Tax and effective resolution of tax audits
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) and lead research on a broad range of US domestic, international and transfer pricing tax matters to support planning and positions taken on tax returns.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop strategic positions addressing the impact of legislative and other relevant changes to tax audits
• There may also be opportunities to provide tax planning support for the Americas region

Requirements:

• 12+ years of relevant experience with the IRS, law firm or accounting firm, industry experience in technology a plus
• Prior in-house experience strongly preferred
• Strong foundation of income tax technical knowledge with experience evaluating and advising on tax positions and defending key audits
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to successfully communicate tax positions to tax authorities and status of tax audits to Tax department
• Experience addressing a broad range of federal and state tax issues
• Proven record of successful collaboration with tax and finance stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• A bias toward action and continuous improvement
• Ability to manage and develop junior team membersA desire to develop and manage best practices and processes to continuously drive efficiencies and outcomes

Education:

• JD Required

Additional Job Description:

Subsidiary:
PayPal

Travel Percent:
0

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PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

The U.S. national annual pay range for this role is
$122400 to $246290

Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important asset-you. That's why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.
We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com

Who We Are:
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PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 400 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visit paypal.com.

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.

As part of PayPal's commitment to employees' health and safety, we have established in-office Covid-19 protocols and requirements, based on expert guidance. Depending on location, this might include a Covid-19 vaccination requirement for any employee whose role requires them to work onsite. Employees may request reasonable accommodation based on a medical condition or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.

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