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Job Summary

The candidate will become a key member of a high-growth direct tax team where Equinix’s investment in the xScale joint venture business is expected to scale with rising demand for AI driven solutions by technology companies. This position will report into the Senior Manager, xScale Direct tax.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, filing, and payment of corporate income taxes for jurisdictions with EMEA, APAC and the Americas region

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, finance, operations and external local tax advisors to resolve various issues in the tax return preparation process

• Manage responses to various global tax audits, and income tax assessments

• Prepare the quarterly and annual ASC 740 tax provisioning process, including completion of tax packages, preparation of tax provision to return true-up, scrutiny of tax payables with preparation of roll-forward schedules and review of quarterly financial forecasts

• Support the preparation of local statutory financial statements under both US GAAP and IFRS by determining tax provisions, tax-related balance sheet accounts, and preparing tax related disclosure foot notes

• Support various ad-hoc tax projects in the region as needed and assist in their implementation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a big 4 accounting firm and/or corporate tax function of an multinational corporation focusing on US and foreign income tax compliance and ASC740 income tax provision

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field

• A master’s degree in taxation or a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA) preferred

• Experience with ASC 740 preferred

• Experience working with third-party advisors, such as tax consultants and auditors, and managing relationships with external stakeholders

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

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.