Tax Senior Analyst

Tax Senior AnalystEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 245+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 80 quarters of growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,000+ networks and 3,000 cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Job SummaryThe purpose of this position is to be a member of the Equinix Global Tax Team with a primary focus on Hyperscale Joint Venture international income tax compliance and tax accounting. The ideal candidate must have a strong general tax background including competent analytical and critical thinking capability. The position will report to the Tax Manager, Hyperscale.ResponsibilitiesAssist with data accumulation required for outside service providers to assist with preparation of accurate income tax returns, withholding tax returns and tax payments for multiple subsidiaries in multiple jurisdictionsAssist with quarterly and annual income tax accounting process for Hyperscale Joint Venture entities under US GAAP, IFRS, SFRS, and/or local GAAP for the management report and statutory report, including preparation of tax provision to return true-up;Assist with preparation of AFFO tax calculationAssist with quarter end close procedures, including the preparation of tax account reconciliationsResearch local tax requirements for expanded geographic presence, conduct various tax research projects and analyze the income tax implications of any new tax legislations with proper memorandums preparedMaintain tax fixed asset register for US tax purposes and local country tax purposesWork closely with FP&A to review quarterly/annual forecast and prepare cash tax forecastAssist with tax planning and strategies implementation in the various regionsAssist with the tax controversy team related to income tax audits in various regions, discuss technical issues with tax auditors and negotiate audit settlementQualifications4+ years of progressive working experience with BIG 4 and/or corporate tax department is preferredExperience with ASC740 required and experience with financial statements under US GAAP, IFRS, SFRS, and/or local GAAP preferredBachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation preferredCPA/Chartered Accountant/Equivalent certification preferredExtensive experience in global corporate income tax compliance preferredSufficient knowledge of US income tax laws and regulations related to multi-national corporations.Demonstrated technical strength and knowledge related to income tax accounting and income tax reportingSelf-starter with strong accounting, analytical, time management and project management skillsAbility to recognize, understand, and analyze complex issues with excellent communication and writing skillsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management in an organizationMust be well-organized, hands-on, detail-oriented and able to work independently and as part of a teamProficient computer skills including strong working knowledge of Excel required and FAS Encore Fixed Assets system and Oracle ERP/EPM Cloud systems: Tax Reporting Cloud Service (TRCS), SmartView EPBCS, Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence (OTBI), Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBI EE) preferred.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. t you.