Director Tax

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Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team in our Korea office, located in Seoul. The successful candidate may report directly to the VP of Global Tax. This role will collaborate closely with both global and regional stakeholders to support strategic tax initiatives across the organization.

What You Will Do

Project-Based Tax Advisory

• Support VP of Tax in leading cross-border tax planning initiatives, including M&A, restructuring, financing etc.
• Analyze tax implications of international business operations and provide strategic recommendations.
• Perform scenario-based tax modeling to assess implications across different operational and structural options
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and business teams to assess tax risks and opportunities in new markets or transactions.
• Monitor and interpret changes in international tax laws (e.g., OECD Pillar 2, BEPS and U.S. tax reforms) and assess business impact.

Tax Provision and Compliance Support

• Support global quarterly and annual tax provisions under US GAAP.
• Coordinate with regional business stakeholders and external advisors to ensure accurate reporting of foreign tax positions.
• Provide oversight or support for foreign income tax filings, including coordination with local advisors.
• Review international tax returns and related disclosures for accuracy and completeness.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a key tax contact for regional finance teams, external advisors, and internal business units.
• Support internal audits and tax authority inquiries related to international tax matters.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving treasury, legal, and accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Law, or related field; CPA, CTA, or equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in international tax, preferably in a multinational corporation, law firm and/or Big 4 firm.
• Strong understanding of global tax principles, including OECD guidelines, U.S. international tax rules, and local tax regimes.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Prior experience or working knowledge in transfer pricing and/or US outbound tax regime are considered an asset.

Recruitment Process and Others

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 email 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
• Coupang does not discriminate against disabled applicants or those with veteran status. We are proud to offer equal opportunities for all applicants
• Hiring may be restricted in case the legal qualifications required for hiring and work performance is not met
• This is a full-time regular position and includes 12 weeks of probation period; provided, however, the probationary period may be either skipped, shortened or extended if necessary for business purposes

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