Tax Manager

PagerDuty, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Company equity

ESPP

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays and sick leave

Wellness days

Parental leave

Volunteer time off

Hack weeks

Mental wellness programs

Job summary

PagerDuty, Inc. in San Francisco, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Tax Manager to join our global tax team. You will support quarterly and annual provisions, tax returns, audits, and transfer pricing, ensuring SOX compliance and collaboration with finance across the business.

The role requires 5+ years of corporate income tax experience, ASC 740 knowledge, and strong communication. Hybrid work, base salary 114k–191k USD, with potential bonus and equity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience; Big Four or multinational preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 740) and tax provisions disclosures.
• Excellent Excel and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quarterly and annual worldwide consolidated tax provisions (ASC 740).
• Manage global corporate income tax returns, credits and incentives.
• Maintain tax accounts during monthly close; liaise with auditors.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany planning.

Skills

Corporate income tax experience

ASC 740 / US GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Strong written and verbal comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE: PD) is the global leader in AI-first digital operations. By automatically detecting, diagnosing, and remediating issues, the PagerDuty Platform orchestrates AI agents and automated workflows with context from over 750 integrations. Trusted by approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500, PagerDuty is the industry standard for organizations scaling resilient, autonomous operations. Notable customers include Chipotle, Cloudflare, Docusign, Fox, Nvidia, Salesforce, Spotify, Zoom and more. We are growing rapidly and hiring top talent with leading AI skills across engineering, sales, product, marketing, and beyond as we build the leading digital operations platform.

PagerDuty is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Tax Manager to join our global tax team in San Francisco, CA. Reporting to the Tax Director, you will play a key role in supporting the company’s tax compliance, reporting, and planning efforts. This position will focus on assisting with quarterly and annual tax provisions, tax return preparation, audits, transfer pricing, and special projects while ensuring adherence to global tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy working on complex tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual worldwide consolidated tax provisions (ASC 740) and related financial statement disclosures.
• Manage the preparation and filing of global corporate income tax returns, tax credits (e.g., R&D), and incentives.
• Prepare and maintain tax-related accounts as part of the monthly accounting close process.
• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual tax audits.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting to ensure SOX compliance across global tax operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on transfer pricing documentation, intercompany transactions, and special tax planning initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience in public accounting (Big Four preferred) or a global multinational corporation.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP (specifically ASC 740) and experience preparing income tax provisions and disclosures.
• Proficient Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Master’s in Taxation (MST).
• Prior experience with SOX compliance or internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
• Background in the technology or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) industry.

This role is required to be in the San Francisco office 2 days per week.

The base salary range for this position is 114,000 - 191,400 USD. This role may also be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, and/or benefits.

Our base salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range, which is subject to change based on primary work location, reflects the minimum and maximum base salary we expect to pay newly hired employees for the position. Within the range, we determine pay for an individual based on a number of factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills/competencies and experience.

Where we work

PagerDuty operates a hybrid work model with offices in 8 major cities: Atlanta, Lisbon, London, San Francisco, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto. While we offer flexibility within our established locations, we cannot employ candidates residing in:
Location restrictions: Australia: Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia
Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
United States: Alaska, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, Wyoming
Candidates must reside in an eligible location, which vary by role.

How we work

Our values guide how we support customers, collaborate with colleagues, develop products, and foster a culture of belonging. They define not just our actions, but what it means to be Dutonian.

People Leaders at PagerDuty are responsible for creating high performance environments that drive accountability. PagerDuty has four key dimensions that define our Leadership Impact: Lead Self, Lead the Team, Lead the Business, and Lead the Future. Each dimension has three associated competencies to give leaders a shared language for guiding their development, career, promotion, and succession planning discussions. Our Manager Expectations serve as a practical guide for managers to understand their responsibilities, prioritize their efforts, and drive engagement and performance.

What we offer

As a global organization, our total rewards approach is competitive with industry standards and aligned with local laws and regulations. Learn more, including country-specific offerings, on our benefits site.

Your package may include

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible work arrangements
• Company equity*
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)*
• Retirement or pension plan*
• Generous paid vacation time
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Dutonian Wellness Days & HibernationDuty - companywide paid days off in addition to PTO
• Paid parental leave: 22 weeks for pregnant parent, 12 weeks for non-pregnant parent (some countries have longer leave standards and we comply with local laws)*
• Paid volunteer time off: 20 hours per year
• Company-wide hack weeks
• Mental wellness programs

*Eligibility may vary by role, region, and tenure

About PagerDuty

PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. The PagerDuty Operations Cloud is an AI-powered platform that empowers business resilience and drives operational efficiency for enterprises. With a generative AI assistant at its core, PagerDuty empowers teams to detect and resolve issues in real time, orchestrate complex workflows, and drive continuous improvement across their digital operations. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses

PagerDuty is Great Place to Work-certified, a Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials, a Fortune Best Medium Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology, and a top rated product on TrustRadius and G2.

Go behind-the-scenes on our careers site and @pagerduty on Instagram.

Additional Information

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