Tax Manager

Job Category Accounting/Finance/Insurance Reference Code 240743MON JOB DESCRIPTION Tax Manager About EquinixEquinix is the leading global provider of network-neutral data center and interconnection services, offering premium colocation, traffic exchange and outsourced IT infrastructure solutions. Global enterprises, content companies, systems integrators and network service providers look to Equinix Internet Business Exchange (IBX) centers for world-class reliability and network diversity.  Equinix IBX centers serve as critical, core hubs for IP networks and Internet operations worldwide.  With 40 IBX centers located in 18 strategic markets across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, Equinix enables customers to reliably operate their mission-critical infrastructures on a global basis. Why EquinixThe world's most important companies count on Equinix's industry leading operational reliability and the dedication and expertise of our people to keep their businesses running. With over 1,000 employees worldwide, Equinix has experienced over 30% year-over-year revenue growth for the past five years. 2007 was a record year for Equinix and the company is well on its way to achieving $1 billion in annual revenue. When you make Equinix your employer of choice, you are choosing to work with the best and the brightest in the data center industry. Responsibilities Supervise one senior tax analyst and provide technical assistance as needed. Prepare quarterly and annual tax provision under FAS 109 that covers more than 10 different jurisdictions worldwide. Maintain and update worldwide deferred taxes inventory. Perform tax analysis of stock based compensation per FAS 123(R). Manage US tax compliance to make sure the returns are filed timely, including detail review of return workpapers and filing documents. Maintain and update tax reserve documents in the context of FIN 48. Maintain and conduct tax process internal controls under SOX 404. Assist with tax planning and strategies implementation. Conduct tax research project as needed. Handle tax inquiries and notices by various tax authorities. Requirements 8 years plus working experience with BIG 4 and/or corporate tax department with well exposures to tax accounting and tax compliance. Strong experience with FAS 109 and able to run the tax provision calculation independently. Good experience in both federal and state tax compliances. Good understanding of US tax laws and regulations governing in-bound and out-bound investment, as well as CFC operations. Self starter with strong accounting, analytical and project management skills. Must be well-organized, hands on and detail oriented. Good communications and research skills. Able to work independently and as part of a team. BA in Accounting or Finance. Master of Taxation preferred. **Equinix is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE