Senior Tax Accountant

About the Role

The tax landscape is evolving, with complexities such as Pillar Two and local incentives requiring proactive monitoring and strategic planning. In this context, the Senior Tax Accountant will not only ensure compliance but also contribute to the development and maintenance of strong internal controls and governance over international income tax compliance and reporting.

What You Will Do

• Gather, validate, and compile quantitative and qualitative tax information from multiple internal and external sources to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Own the end-to-end preparation and filing of international corporate income tax returns and manage the tax components of local statutory financial statements and audits.
• Assist with quarterly and annual global tax provisions for international entities, focusing on improving the accuracy of US GAAP to local GAAP reconciliations.
• Utilize AI-driven research tools to monitor and summarize complex legislative changes and draft technical memos.
• Identify opportunities to use low-code tools or AI assistants to automate data collection from ERPs, reducing manual workpaper preparation.
• Act as a bridge between Tax and Finance, ensuring that tax data is clean, accessible, and ready for reporting.
• Assist in monitoring country-level tax law updates, performing tax research, interpreting changes, and documenting the Company's tax positions.
• Support the development and maintenance of strong internal controls and governance over international income tax compliance and reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the international tax function, championing technology and automation to drive efficiency and scalability.

What We Are Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in international tax, preferably in a similar role within a multinational company.
• Strong technical skills in tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax research.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with tax software and systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with AI-driven tools and data automation is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex tax laws and regulations.
• Professional certification in taxation or a related field is preferred.

Nice to Have

• Experience with low-code tools such as Power Query.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and local GAAP accounting principles.
• Familiarity with ERPs such as Oracle/NetSuite.
• Experience in a tech-forward company with a remote-first culture.
• Certification in data analytics or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work with a global, innovative company that is shaping the future of communications.
• Collaborative, remote-first work environment with a strong culture of connection and global inclusion.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools, including AI-driven research tools.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs.
• Flexible working hours and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous PTO policy and holiday leave.

• Develop a strong understanding of international tax laws and regulations, particularly those relevant to Twilio's operations.
• Showcase your proficiency in Excel and experience with tax software and systems, highlighting any certifications or specialized training.
• Prepare to discuss how you've utilized AI-driven tools or data automation in previous roles to streamline tax compliance and reporting.
• Emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment and your experience with communicating complex tax information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Be ready to provide examples of your analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in interpreting complex tax laws and regulations.
• Consider highlighting any experience with low-code tools or knowledge of US GAAP and local GAAP accounting principles to stand out as a candidate.