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Director, Income Tax

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At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation.

Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

The Director, Income Tax will be an integral part of the corporate tax team, overseeing global tax compliance and reporting, domestic tax planning, process improvements, and various initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead quarterly and annual global income tax provision calculations, forecast, and disclosures; manage communication with senior leadership and auditors
Lead global income tax compliance and documentation of tax positions, including federal, state, and international
Lead federal and state income tax planning and audits, including correspondence with tax authorities
Oversee domestic indirect tax compliance, planning, and audits
Manage process improvement initiatives
Analyze and communicate the tax implications of business initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions
Develop and mentor team members
Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of ASC 740, income tax laws, and the ability to research tax issues
Experience managing tax audits
Experience working with tax software, financial reporting tools, and data analytic tools
Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and analytical skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace change

Qualifications

Master’s degree in accounting/taxation or equivalent preferred
Certified Public Accountant
Big 4 public accounting experience preferred
12+ years of related experience in tax
8+ years of management experience

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change.

The annual base pay for this position is: $185,829.00 - $278,743.00

F5 maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, geographic locations, and market conditions, as well as to reflect F5’s differing products, industries, and lines of business. The pay range referenced is as of the time of the job posting and is subject to change.

You may also be offered incentive compensation, bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. More details about F5’s benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.f5.com/company/careers/benefits. F5 reserves the right to change or terminate any benefit plan without notice.

Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting accommodations@f5.com.

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What You Should Know About Director, Income Tax, ffive

At F5, we’re on a mission to create a better digital world, and we’re looking for a talented Director, Income Tax to join our team in Seattle. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the corporate tax team and play a crucial part in global tax compliance, reporting, and planning. You’ll oversee quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations, ensuring clear communication with senior leadership and auditors. Your responsibilities will also include leading the compliance processes for federal, state, and international taxes while managing audits and documentation of tax positions. We value innovation here at F5, so you'll be tasked with analyzing the tax implications of business initiatives and identifying opportunities for process improvements. Your expertise in ASC 740 and tax laws will be invaluable in guiding business strategies. As a leader, you’ll mentor your team, fostering their development and growth in a dynamic environment. With a Master’s degree in accounting or taxation and your CPA credentials, along with extensive experience in tax management, you’ll bring the skills needed to thrive. At F5, we pride ourselves on our inclusive culture – where diversity and passion for cybersecurity fuel our approach to solving complex challenges and enhancing the customer experience. Join us and be part of a community that prioritizes excellence and innovation!

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What are the primary responsibilities of the Director, Income Tax at F5?

The Director, Income Tax at F5 is responsible for leading global income tax compliance, overseeing quarterly and annual provision calculations, and managing communication with auditors and senior management. This role also includes developing tax strategies, managing federal and state audits, and providing insight on mergers and acquisitions.