mgr sr, international tax planning (Seattle, WA)

Starbucks Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks Corp. is seeking a Senior Manager, International Tax Planning to shape the global tax strategy and support business initiatives. You will advise senior leaders and coordinate with finance, legal, treasury, and transfer pricing to implement tax-efficient solutions.

The role requires extensive experience in U.S. international tax and transfer pricing, with a track record of cross-functional collaboration and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, or related field.
• 7+ years of international tax planning, transfer pricing, global tax strategy, or related disciplines in a multinational corporation, public accounting firm, law firm, or combination thereof.
• Deep technical knowledge of U.S. international tax provisions, including Subpart F, NCTI, BEAT, and foreign tax credit rules, with planning context experience.
• Understanding of Subchapter C for multinational groups, including E&P, stock basis, distributions, and reorganizations.
• Ability to research Code, regulations, and guidance and write clear memoranda.
• Ability to build, revise, and review tax models.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with different owners.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex international tax projects aligned with Starbucks' strategic objectives.
• Mentor and develop tax professionals while fostering a collaborative, inclusive team environment.
• Provide technical analysis and strategic recommendations on US international tax matters (GILTI, FTC, BEAT, Pillar Two).
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on Starbucks' global tax profile.
• Partner with external advisors and internal stakeholders to identify sustainable planning opportunities.
• Lead value chain analyses to improve tax efficiency while aligning with transfer pricing.
• Advise business leaders on acquisitions, divestitures, and market entries from planning to implementation.

Skills

Tax planning

Transfer pricing

Stakeholder management

Project management

Memoranda writing

Financial modeling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Law

CPA, JD, Master of Taxation, LLM or similar advanced credential

Job description

Now Brewing – Senior Manager, International Tax Planning! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company - one that not only celebrated coffee and its rich tradition, but also brought people a sense of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. Starbucks' success has always been deeply rooted in our values, our culture, and our commitment to creating a positive impact for our partners, customers, and communities.

As a Senior Manager, International Tax Planning, you will play a critical role in shaping Starbucks' global tax strategy and supporting enterprise-wide business initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, finance partners, legal teams, treasury, accounting, and transfer pricing professionals to evaluate and implement tax-efficient solutions that support business growth, operational transformation, and shareholder value.

As a Senior Manager, International Tax Planning, you will…

Leadership

• Lead complex international tax projects that support Starbucks' strategic business objectives.
• Mentor and develop tax professionals while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.
• Influence business decisions by providing practical, technically sound solutions to complex tax issues.
• Build strong partnerships across Finance, Treasury, Accounting, Legal, Supply Chain, Transfer Pricing, and business leadership teams.

International Tax Strategy and Planning

• Evaluate and develop tax-efficient structures for market expansions, supply chain transformations, financing transactions, and global operating model changes.
• Provide technical analysis and strategic recommendations related to U.S. international tax matters, including foreign tax credits, Subpart F, GILTI, BEAT, foreign disregarded entities, withholding taxes, hybrid arrangements, earnings repatriation, and OECD Pillar Two developments.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and assess the impact on Starbucks' global tax profile.
• Partner with external advisors and internal stakeholders to identify and implement sustainable planning opportunities.

Value Chain and Business Model Analysis

• Lead value chain analyses to identify opportunities to improve tax efficiency while aligning with business operations and transfer pricing principles.
• Assess tax implications of operating model changes, supply chain transformations, digital initiatives, intellectual property ownership structures, and legal entity rationalization projects.
• Collaborate with transfer pricing and business teams to evaluate value creation, intercompany arrangements, and business restructuring initiatives.
• Develop planning recommendations that balance business objectives, operational realities, and tax considerations.

Cross-Functional Business Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on strategic initiatives and emerging business models.
• Partner with Treasury, Legal, Accounting, Revenue Growth Management, Supply Chain, and Corporate Development teams to assess tax implications of enterprise initiatives and business changes.
• Advise cross-functional teams on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, licensing arrangements, and market entries from planning through implementation.
• Translate complex technical tax concepts into practical business recommendations.

Technical Excellence and Governance

• Develop, document, and support technical tax positions for significant transactions and planning strategies.
• Assess financial statement implications under ASC 740 and partner with Accounting to ensure proper reporting of tax impacts.
• Support tax controversy matters and assist with defending tax positions during audits and examinations.
• Coordinate with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities on complex international tax matters.

We'd love to hear from people with:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in international tax planning, transfer pricing, global tax strategy, or related disciplines in a multinational corporation, public accounting firm, law firm, or a combination thereof.
• Deep technical knowledge of U.S. international tax provisions, including Subpart F, NCTI, BEAT, and foreign tax credit rules, with experience applying them in a planning context rather than in compliance alone.
• Working knowledge of Subchapter C as it applies to multinational groups, including earnings and profits, stock basis, distributions, and internal reorganizations.
• Understanding of how planning positions interact with transfer pricing and U.S. international compliance requirements.
• Ability to research technical questions in the Code, regulations, and administrative guidance and write clear, well-supported memoranda.
• Ability to build, revise, and review tax models.
• Ability to manage several projects at once with different internal owners while keeping each project moving forward.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, JD, Master of Taxation, LLM, or similar advanced credential.
• Direct experience analyzing global business models and transfer pricing-related transformation projects.
• Familiarity with tax rules in non-U.S. jurisdictions.
• Experience supporting post-deal integration, legal entity restructurings, and intellectual property planning initiatives.
• Strong understanding of how tax planning strategies affect financial reporting under ASC 740.
• Proven ability to influence executive leaders and drive decisions across multiple functions and geographies.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Starbucks Leadership Competencies

Business Acumen

Understands the global business environment and develops practical tax solutions that support business objectives while appropriately managing risk.

Courageous Leadership

Approaches complex issues with confidence, sound judgment, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking.

Building Relationships

Establishes credibility and trust across functions, geographies, and leadership levels.

Developing Others

Invests in the growth and development of partners and contributes to building organizational capability.

Winning Together

Collaborates effectively across diverse teams to drive enterprise-wide results and long-term success.

Let us give you a Starbucks introduction

You will be surrounded by people who are passionate about Starbucks and committed to making a positive impact. We believe in working together to nurture the limitless possibilities of human connection and create a culture where every partner can thrive.

Join us and help shape Starbucks' global tax strategy by delivering innovative, technically sound solutions that support business growth, operational transformation, and long-term value creation around the world.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].