#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking a Vice President of Tax, based in Sunnyvale, CA, reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer. This person will be responsible for the Company’s worldwide tax strategy, planning, reporting, audits and compliance. This position will help develop and refine best practices in terms of the tax provision, transfer pricing, sales and use tax as well as miscellaneous business tax compliance. Success in this role is dependent on leadership, communication, organization/people development, hands-on approach, process improvement, strategic execution and ability to perform in a fast-paced dynamic business environment.
What You'll Do:
Lead and continue to develop global tax capabilities for a multinational company, including managing domestic and offshore resources
Research complex tax issues and summarize results to communicate to management and regularly engage with planning opportunities and tax law changes.
Perform tax due diligence, provide structural advice on transactions, analyze proposed acquisitions, collaborate with deal teams and provide ad hoc advice on all tax matters.
Establish and maintain formal tax policies, practices and procedures to ensure US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
Tax strategy including M&A with changes in tax laws and regulations
Tax strategy for global mobility and global expansion
Oversee global tax audit and controversy
Manage tax incentive applications, tax rulings and negotiations
Accounting for income taxes in the US and international subsidiaries
Develop and maintain SEC disclosures relating to income taxes
Monitor and update company's transfer pricing policies and related documentation
Oversee tax matters related to foreign operations (income tax, indirect tax, withholding tax, etc.)
Monitor legislative changes in US and foreign tax laws that may impact the Company's tax positions, including tax accounting implications
Requires interaction with external auditors with primary interaction with external tax auditors - manage audits of federal and state income tax as well as state and local filings
Manage outside tax consultants and advisors
Oversee and/or complete special projects as required
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's degree, with emphasis in accounting or finance
Master’s Degree and CPA preferred
Minimum of 15 years of corporate, international tax experience
Public accounting firm (i.e. Big 4) and industry experience
Understanding of M&A and cross-border tax issues
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven success in developing and leading a team of people using a collaborative management style in a fast-paced, dynamic multi-national public company environment
Excellent planning, analysis, project management and execution skills
Ability to work a flexible work schedule as projects require
Adept at prioritization, responsiveness and understanding sense of urgency
Ability to work independently and/or on teams and balance multiple projects and processes simultaneously
Track record of managing global service providers to ensure work is completed on time, with quality and on budget
Strong analytical, Excel and systems skills are required
Bonus Points:
High-tech, start-up, rapid growth and/or publicly traded company experience.
You’ve hired and developed teams in highly ambiguous environments.
Love our business. CrowdStrike is a leader in cybersecurity. We don't have a mission statement. We are on a mission to protect our customers from breaches. You must be genuinely committed to our mission and eager to learn the details of our business.
CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $305,000 - $355,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Remote-first culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
Physical and mental wellness programs
Paid parental leave, including adoption
A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone feels seen, heard, valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
CrowdStrike is committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Recruiting@crowdstrike.com, for further assistance.
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