Tax Manager

Zscaler; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Vacation & sick leave

Parental leave

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks

Job summary

Zscaler is seeking a Tax Manager to join our Hybrid team in Santa Clara, reporting to the Senior Tax Manager. You will own ASC 740 income tax provisions and manage SOX control processes and audits.

Lead preparation of federal, state, and local tax workpapers, drive automation of tax accounting, and support company-wide finance projects. Strong Big 4 + corporate tax background required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of combined experience in Big 4 public accounting and corporate tax roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in tax accounting and compliance with ASC 740 and SOX controls.
• Proven experience conducting comprehensive tax research and creating insightful analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ASC 740 income tax provision for interim and annual SEC filings (10-K/10-Q)
• Collaborate with the broader finance organization to ensure tax transactions and legislation changes are documented and accounted for under ASC 740
• Manage the SOX control process and external financial statement audit for income tax provisions
• Assist in preparing the federal, state, and local income tax workpapers and review returns from external advisors, including quarterly estimated tax payments
• Drive automation initiatives to increase the efficiency of tax accounting processes and provide support for various company-wide financial system related projects

Skills

Big 4 public accounting & corporate税

Advanced Excel

ASC 740

SOX controls

Tax research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Generative AI tools

Job description

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role

We are looking for a Tax Manager to join our team. This is a Hybrid role reporting to the Senior Tax Manager in the Tax department. The general and administrative teams support and scale the company by providing a strong foundation for growth, including financial and legal operations. The Tax Manager will play a critical role within this team as an individual contributor, taking true ownership, working independently, and contributing deep expertise to support the company's financial integrity and compliance as the world's cloud security leader.

What You’ll Do (Role Expectations)

• Prepare ASC 740 income tax provision for interim and annual SEC filings (10-K/10-Q)
• Collaborate with the broader finance organization to ensure tax transactions and legislation changes are documented and accounted for under ASC 740
• Manage the SOX control process and external financial statement audit for income tax provisions
• Assist in preparing the federal, state, and local income tax workpapers and review returns from external advisors, including quarterly estimated tax payments
• Drive automation initiatives to increase the efficiency of tax accounting processes and provide support for various company-wide financial system related projects

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it and see ambiguity as the raw material to build something meaningful in a dynamic environment.
• You act like an owner. Operating with integrity and a strong bias for action, you seamlessly navigate between high-level strategy and hands‑on execution while working independently to deliver high‑impact results.
• You are a problem‑solver. Combining analytical rigor with strong business acumen, you dive into complex tax research and intricate financial scenarios with a relentless focus on finding optimal solutions.
• You are a high‑trust collaborator. You build strong relationships across teams through transparent communication, effectively engaging internal and external stakeholders while giving and receiving candid feedback.
• You are a learner. Bring an organized, deadline‑driven focus to critical reporting cycles and demonstrate a true growth mindset through continuous self‑development.

What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

• Minimum of 7 years of combined experience in Big 4 public accounting and corporate tax roles
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Advanced Excel skills
• Proficiency in tax accounting and compliance with deep knowledge of ASC 740 and SOX controls
• Proven experience conducting comprehensive tax research and creating insightful analysis

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• CPA license
• Comfort and experience using generative AI tools to streamline research, data analysis, and operational tax workflows

Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The base salary range listed for this full‑time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.

Base Pay Range

$127,400—$182,000 USD

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Benefits

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursementIn-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We strive to create a workplace where employees are treated with respect and have the chance to succeed. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

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