Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry. For more information, visit www.shift4.com.
The Director, International Tax leads U.S. international tax compliance, planning, and strategy to support Shift4’s global growth. Reporting to the Vice President of Tax, this role oversees international tax computations, modeling, and structuring, including Pillar 2, transfer pricing, and M&A integration. The Director serves as the accountable owner for international tax matters and provides strategic guidance to business and finance leaders.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement international tax and transfer pricing strategies, including IP ownership and intercompany agreements.
- Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Legal, and external advisors on cross-border tax planning and business initiatives.
- Manage international tax considerations for M&A, including acquisition structuring and post-merger integration.
- Monitor and manage Pillar 2 compliance and global tax positions.
- Prepare, review, and analyze GILTI, FDII, BEAT, Subpart F, E&P, PTEP, and FTC models.
- Review international components of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740.
- Maintain the international tax compliance calendar and ensure timely filings.
- Draft technical and non-technical tax research, memos, and documentation.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of U.S. international tax experience in public accounting, law firm, or multinational corporation; combination of public accounting and industry experience preferred.
- CPA, Master’s degree, or JD in Tax or Accounting preferred.
- Experience managing cross-border tax projects, especially in M&A contexts.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP income tax accounting (ASC 740).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; automation tools experience a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of U.S. international tax experience in public accounting, law firm, or multinational corporation
- CPA, Master's degree, or JD in Tax or Accounting preferred
- Experience managing cross-border tax projects, especially in M&A contexts
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP income tax accounting (ASC 740)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; automation tools experience a plus
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Shift4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Shift4 and has not been reviewed or approved by Shift4.
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and the company covering the majority of U.S. premiums. Health insurance is also characterized as solid or comprehensive in parts of the material, supporting baseline benefits strength.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with a company match up to 4% of salary in the U.S., reflecting a clear, structured contribution benefit. Pension programs are also described for some European locations, indicating additional retirement coverage in certain regions.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, and dedicated paid volunteer time annually. Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents is also included, expanding overall leave breadth.
Shift4 Insights
What We Do
Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry.
