Job Description

The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. 

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.  Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. 

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Description Summary:

PayPal Corporate Tax has an exciting opportunity for a Director, Tax – U.S. Advisory. This role will be responsible for partnering with the business in the delivery of new products, transactions and strategic changes, as well as day to day tax support. The Director is responsible for continuously creating value by developing and maintaining optimized tax structures and processes and acts as a key advisor on all U.S. tax matters. The position reports to the Sr. Director, Head of U.S Advisory.

You, the ideal candidate, will have the personal drive, passion, and enthusiasm to both understand and successfully navigate a fast-paced company in a rapidly evolving marketplace. You will have an entrepreneurial style – one that looks to become personally involved in all elements of managing your functional responsibility, and who seeks to develop like-minded future leaders with similar capabilities.
This role is hands on – you will be expected proactively identify needs, risks, and opportunities to bring additional value to PayPal. You will become a trusted advisor to PayPal’s senior management and be responsible for maintaining close links to the business and developing strong client relationships with internal partners. You must be a self-starter with the ability to operate independently and manage multiple completing priorities and deadlines.

This is a highly visible position with direct contact with PayPal management and business leaders. 

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities  

• Advise senior leadership on potential commercial offerings (products), commercial deals, transactions, international expansion, corporate structuring, etc. Identify tax-efficient structures and strategies to optimize the company’s global tax position.
• Establish strong relationships, demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills to build a collaborative environment and foster open communication. Lead cross-functional working groups on complex initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the Tax Department to provide internal support to increase process efficiencies e.g., transfer pricing, provision and compliance.  
• Interact effectively with PayPal finance leaders, corporate partners, and members of the tax department.  

Job Requirements 

• 12+ years of progressive tax planning experience in a high-growth environment of similar or greater scale. Corporate tax department experience required, financial services and/or technology industry experience preferred.  Law firm or Big 4 experience a plus.  

• Strong foundation of U.S. federal income tax technical knowledge with experience evaluating and advising on complex tax positions.
• Experience with international structures and global complexity required.  M&A and transactional tax experience preferred. Strong understanding of the OECD’s Pillar Two framework a plus. Familiarity with ASC 740 and tax accounting principles a plus.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required, with the ability to plan and execute at strategic and tactical levels.  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to effectively relate tax issues to non-tax personnel and especially skilled at communicating with upper management on a range of broad business plans.  

• Strong creative and analytical though process, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent prioritization and organizational skills.  

• Organizationally savvy. Able to challenge the status quo respectfully, and act as a catalyst within the organization. He/She should be a confident and personable individual, with a controlled ego and humble manner, who is able to work collaboratively inside and outside the tax department and build bridges at all levels of the enterprise.  

• A superior work ethic balanced by a sense of humor.  

Education  

J.D. required, MBA and/or LLM preferred.  

Subsidiary:

PayPal

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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

$118700 to $246290

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

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:

Click Here to learn more about our culture and community.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

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 talentaccommodations@paypal.com.

Belonging at PayPal: 

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.

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