International Tax Director

TaxSearch Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TaxSearch Inc. is exclusively retained to identify a Director, U.S. International Tax for a multi-billion-dollar global company. The role leads outbound tax planning, structuring of foreign operations, and global tax optimization, working with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in U.S. international tax, deep expertise in BEPS 2.0, cross-border M&A, and ASC 740, with executive communication skills and a track record of building high-impact teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive U.S. international tax experience within or advising complex multinational organizations.
• Deep U.S. international tax expertise including Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Section 163(j), foreign tax credits, Section 367, PFIC, and withholding tax planning.
• Experience with complex cross-border M&A, post-merger integrations, legal entity restructurings, IP migrations, and/or supply chain transformation.
• Knowledge of OECD BEPS 2.0 / Pillar Two, transfer pricing concepts, and bilateral Advance Pricing Agreements (BAPA).
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 and the ability to assess effective tax rate and cash tax implications of planning and transactions.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to explain highly technical tax matters in clear, business-focused terms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience. JD, LLM in Taxation, CPA and/or MST credentials are relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead outbound tax planning for U.S. international operations and global structuring.
• Drive tax aspects of cross-border acquisitions, divestitures, integrations, and repatriation strategies.
• Translate complex tax matters into business-focused recommendations for senior leadership.
• Lead and develop an international tax team across the U.S. and international locations.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and Transfer Pricing on global tax initiatives.

Job description

North of Boston, Massachusetts | Hybrid: 3-4 days in office

We have been exclusively retained by a multi-billion-dollar global public company with operations across more than 40 countries to identify a Director, U.S. International Tax. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead the U.S. outbound tax agenda for a complex, growing multinational organization with significant international operations and an active M&A strategy.

For a tax professional who wants to connect technical depth with business strategy, this role offers the opportunity to influence global planning, cross-border transactions, operational transformation, and the company’s continued growth. You will work closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, Transfer Pricing, and executive leadership while developing a strong international tax team.

This role offers:

• Strategic ownership of U.S. international tax - Lead outbound tax planning, foreign operations structuring, global tax optimization, legal entity rationalization, IP migration, supply chain restructuring, and cost-sharing initiatives.
• Meaningful M&A and transaction exposure - Drive the tax aspects of cross-border acquisitions, divestitures, integrations, transaction modeling, repatriation strategies, and restructuring initiatives.
• A seat at the table - Translate complex tax matters into business-focused recommendations and partner directly with senior leaders across Finance, Legal, Treasury, FP&A, and Transfer Pricing.
• Leadership and team development - Lead and develop an experienced team in the U.S. and internationally, with an emphasis on planning, judgment, business connectivity, and high-impact global projects.
• Room to grow - Join an approachable, collaborative organization where increasing global complexity creates opportunities for broader leadership responsibility and future advancement.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years of progressive U.S. international tax experience within or advising complex multinational organizations. Experience may come from public accounting, a law firm, an in-house tax department, or a combination.
• Deep U.S. international tax expertise, including Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Section 163(j), foreign tax credits, Section 367, PFIC, dual consolidated loss rules, treaty analysis, and withholding tax planning.
• Experience with complex cross-border M&A, post-merger integrations, legal entity restructurings, IP migrations, and/or supply chain transformation.
• Knowledge of OECD BEPS 2.0 / Pillar Two, transfer pricing concepts, and bilateral Advance Pricing Agreements (BAPA).
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 and the ability to assess effective tax rate and cash tax implications of planning and transactions.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to explain highly technical tax matters in clear, business-focused terms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience. JD, LLM in Taxation, CPA and/or MST credentials are relevant to the role.

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