Director - International Tax, Global Compliance & Cross-Border Planning

About the role

This role oversees EY US LLP’s international tax operations and the US tax footprint of EY foreign firms. Responsibilities include leading global tax compliance, audit defense, withholding tax management, cross-border mobility risk, quality, and transaction planning initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EY US LLP’s federal and international tax reporting obligations, including Forms 720, 5471, 5472, 8858, 8975, and other global compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with EY Global and member firms to manage U.S. tax compliance obligations, governance processes, and reporting requirements across the network.
• Advises the Tax Matters Partner and Tax Director on international tax matters, cross-border business activities, permanent establishment risk, and emerging regulatory developments.
• Manage US and international tax audits, tax authority relationships, and controversy matters involving EY US LLP and foreign member firms.
• Oversee foreign tax credit planning, tracking, and reporting processes to maximize partner tax benefits and support compliance objectives.
• Lead withholding tax strategy, including treaty benefit claims, residency certification processes, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to reduce global withholding tax exposure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Taxation, or equivalent experience.
• Master’s Degree in Tax or MBA a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of individual and expatriate taxation experience, preferably in an environment where managing a population of 500 or more expatriates/foreign nationals.
• Leading U.S. tax planning and structuring for global acquisitions, reorganizations, business transformations, and strategic initiatives.
• Overseeing financial modeling and forecasting activities related to EYGS partner distributions and other international tax planning initiatives.
• Driving continuous improvement through process optimization, enhanced data management, technology enablement, and automation of international tax operations.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Taxation, or equivalent experience. A Master’s Degree in Tax or MBA is preferred. Minimum of 10 years of individual and expatriate taxation experience is required, preferably in an environment managing a population of 500 or more expatriates/foreign nationals. Leadership experience in U.S. tax planning and structuring for global acquisitions, reorganizations, business transformations, and strategic initiatives is necessary. Experience overseeing financial modeling and forecasting activities related to EYGS partner distributions and other international tax planning initiatives is also required. Continuous improvement through process optimization, enhanced data management, technology enablement, and automation of international tax operations is essential.

Skills

• Directing the review of engagement agreements, statements of work, and other commercial arrangements to identify and mitigate international tax, withholding tax, and permanent establishment risks.
• Developing policies, governance processes, and monitoring programs related to cross-border travel and service delivery activities to minimize tax risk for partners and personnel.

Benefits

At EY, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. The base salary range for this role in all geographic locations in the US is $200,000 to $396,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State, and California (excluding Sacramento) is $240,000 to $450,000. Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Pay

The base salary range for this role in all geographic locations in the US is $200,000 to $396,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State, and California (excluding Sacramento) is $240,000 to $450,000. Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Schedule

We offer a flexible vacation policy where you decide how much vacation time you need based on your personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.