Company Introduction
Coupang is reimagining the shopping experience with the goal of wowing each customer from the instant they open the Coupang app to the moment an order is delivered to their door.
Our services in Taiwan include “Rocket Delivery” which offers next-day delivery for a wide selection of items at affordable prices, “Rocket Oversea” which offers free international delivery on millions of best-selling products from Korea, the U.S., and beyond.
We are looking for talents to help us lead Coupang’s expansion in Taiwan. This is an exceptional opportunity to become a part of Coupang’s growth in Taiwan and create a world where our customers wonder, “How did I ever live without Coupang?”
Role Overview & Reporting Structure
We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team as a local hire in our Taiwan office. The successful candidate will be based in Taipei and will report directly to the VP of Global Tax. This role will oversee tax compliance in Taiwan while collaborating closely with both global and regional stakeholders to support strategic tax initiatives in Taiwan.
What You Will Do
Taiwan Tax Compliance & Reporting
• Oversee corporate income tax filings, VAT, withholding tax, and other local tax obligations.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of tax returns and disclosures.
• Proactively identify and evaluate tax-saving opportunities in Taiwan.
• Manage relationships with local tax authorities and support audits or inquiries.
Tax Provision
• Review and support Taiwan quarterly and annual tax provision calculations under IFRS and US GAAP.
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate tax accounting and reporting.
• Monitor and validate that Taiwan entities’ financial results are consistent with global transfer pricing guidelines.
Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work closely with legal, treasury, and business units to provide tax input on contracts, transactions, and strategic initiatives.
• Liaise with external advisors and global tax teams to ensure consistency and compliance.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or Law; CPA or equivalent preferred.
12+ years of experience in Taiwan tax, ideally with exposure to international tax matters.
Strong understanding of Taiwan tax laws, transfer pricing, and cross-border tax principles.
Experience in a multinational corporation and/or Big 4 firm preferred.
Excellent communication skills in Mandarin and English (fluency in Korean is a plus).
Recruitment Process and Others
Recruitment Process
- Application Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview – Offer
- The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.
- Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage.
Details to Consider
- This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.
- Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.
- Those eligible for employment protection (recipients of veteran’s benefits, the disabled, etc.) may receive preferential treatment for employment in accordance with applicable laws.
Privacy Notice
- Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below: https://www.coupang.jobs/privacy-policy/
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or Law
- CPA or equivalent preferred
- 12+ years of experience in Taiwan tax
- Strong understanding of Taiwan tax laws
- Experience in a multinational corporation and/or Big 4 firm preferred
- Excellent communication skills in Mandarin and English
Coupang Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coupang and has not been reviewed or approved by Coupang.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as robust, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, mental health, and transgender healthcare. Some locations also offer on-site or virtual health screenings that enhance preventive care access.
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Retirement Support — Financial programs include a 401(k) with company matching and an employee stock purchase plan alongside performance bonuses. Feedback suggests these elements provide a structured foundation for long-term savings and wealth building.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as generous with accrual increasing with tenure, complemented by company-paid holidays and parental leave. Flexible work arrangements in some roles further support time away when needed.
Coupang Insights
What We Do
We exist to wow our customers. We know we’re doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, “How did we ever live without Coupang?” Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we’re collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce. We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurial, surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day. Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what’s possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.
Why Work With Us
We are proud to have the best of both worlds — a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact.
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