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Overview
We are seeking an experienced candidate to lead the teams that oversee the global income tax provision and U.S. federal and state compliance operations (Income Tax Operations Team). This leader will report directly into the VP, Tax. The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading individuals and effectively communicating complex tax topics to Executives and Board members. We are looking for a great culture fit that can bring diverse perspectives and experiences. While technical abilities are critical, we are seeking an individual that can problem solve and collaborate within a matrix environment.
The main responsibilities for the role include leading the group that oversees the global income tax provision and U.S. federal and state compliance operations focused on:
- Income tax provision:
- Quarterly and annual tax provisions and financial reporting disclosures
- Worldwide US GAAP income tax reporting for all foreign entities
- GAAP effective tax rate guidance
- Cash tax rate forecasting and analysis
- Responsible for worldwide income tax accounting SOX controls
- Accounting for the income tax effects of stock-based-compensation in a post-Altera and post-IP onshoring world
- Communicating results to Executives and Board members
- Income tax compliance:
- Delivering accurate and timely:
- Federal and state tax income tax returns
- Quarterly and annual federal, state, and international tax provision impacts
- International tax compliance focused on GILTI and other key int’l tax areas
- Quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments
- GILTI, FDII, and BEAT
- Federal and State R&D tax credits
- Delivering accurate and timely:
Beneficial skills:
- Minimum of 15 years of tax experience in public accounting and/or a corporate tax department
- Significant ASC 740 and U.S. federal tax compliance experience
- Proven experience in managing the external auditor relationship
- Experienced leader in managing individuals and processes
- Proven development and training of team members or mentees
- Ability to work in a matrix environment
- Excellent project management skills, taking ownership and achieving results
About EA At Electronic Arts, we exist to Inspire the World to Play. We create extraordinary new game experiences for our millions of players everywhere by bringing together talented people that combine creativity, innovation, and passion. We know that our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We immerse our employees into an inclusive culture, and provide opportunities for learning and leading that allow them to do the most impactful and rewarding work of their careers. We put our people first. We provide comprehensive benefit packages with a focus on health and wellbeing to support your needs and help you balance your career and personal life. We provide access to dynamic and collaborative work environments, opportunities to connect and contribute through our Employee Resource Groups, and support for a balanced life with paid time off and maternity and paternity leave, plus free video games and so much more! Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Electronic Arts also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
