Microsoft Senior Tax Manager 

Taiwan, Taoyuan City 

75923330

Required Qualifications (RQs)

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Tax, Law, or related field AND 8+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience
  • OR Advanced Degree (e.g., Master's in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Taxation or related field; J.D.; LL.M. in Taxation) AND 7+ years tax compliance, tax accounting, tax audit management or tax advisory experience
  • OR equivalent experience
• Deep expertise in Japanese tax laws (direct and indirect) and transfer pricing regulations.

Preferred Qualifications (PQs)

• Minimum 10 years of experience in direct tax, indirect tax, and transfer pricing, including time at a Big 4 firm, law firm, and in-house tax function of a large U.S. multinational.
• Strong understanding of U.S. international tax principles.
• Demonstrated business judgment, effective communication skills, and a growth mindset.
• Chartered Accountant or licensed tax attorney credentials preferred.

• Lead and manage Japan’s direct and indirect tax (including GST and JCT) inquiries, audits, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Transfer Pricing team on documentation, Advance Pricing Agreements (APA), and transfer pricing audits.
• Advise local controllers on corporate income tax and JCT compliance and reporting requirements.
• Support the expansion of data center operations in Japan from a tax and customs perspective.
• Manage customs reporting, audits, and related projects.
• Partner with local business stakeholders on strategic initiatives and operational planning.
• Monitor changes in Japanese tax legislation, assess business impact, and lead process/system updates to ensure compliance.
• Contribute to global tax policy initiatives and support cross-border tax projects as needed.