Tax Counsel: Global Information Reporting

PayPal Inc.; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Balanced hybrid work model

Generous paid time off

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global information reporting and withholding tax policy compliance across products and processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess new and existing products for information reporting applicability and policy needs.

The role requires sound judgment to identify tax risk and advocate defensible positions. You will advise on global information reporting requirements (IRS, FATCA, CRS, CARF, 1099)

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant tax experience with a JD.
• Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction.
• Ability to independently manage significant tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Independently advises on complex tax issues affecting business operations, transactions, and strategic initiatives.
• Develops and documents technical tax analyses supporting planning strategies, reporting positions, audit defense, and regulatory compliance.
• Partners directly with business units and Finance leadership to structure initiatives in a tax-efficient and compliant manner.
• Identifies tax risk exposures and recommends mitigation strategies consistent with PayPal's overall risk tolerance.
• Coordinates with outside advisors where appropriate and manages discrete external engagements.
• May mentor junior attorneys or legal professionals and contribute to knowledge development within the tax function.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree or foreign equivalent

Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction

Job description

PayPal is seeking an experienced Tax Counsel - Information Reporting to ensure global information reporting and withholding tax policy compliance across products and processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess new and existing products for information reporting applicability and policy needs.

The role requires sound judgment to identify tax risk and advocate defensible positions. You will advise on global information reporting requirements (IRS, FATCA, CRS, CARF, 1099)