Vice President, Tax

Responsibilities

• As Vice President of Tax, you will lead the Company's global tax function, serving as a strategic advisor to executive leadership while ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and effective tax risk management across a complex international business.
• Strategic Leadership
• Lead and develop the global tax strategy, evaluating the tax implications of business initiatives and driving decisions that optimize value.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on tax matters related to strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring activities, financing transactions, and business expansion initiatives.
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, and business leaders to integrate tax considerations into key business decisions and operational processes.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing global tax organization, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented culture.
• Global Tax Operations & Compliance & Provision
• Oversee all aspects of global tax compliance, including U.S. federal, state, and international income tax filings, indirect taxes, withholding taxes, and other regulatory requirements.
• Lead the worldwide tax accounting function, including IFRS income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, tax reserves, and related financial statement disclosures.
• Manage and support the analysis of valuation allowances, deferred tax assets and liabilities, and other complex tax accounting matters.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, and applicable domestic and international tax laws and regulations.
• Direct global tax audits, examinations, and controversy matters, effectively managing tax risk and relationships with tax authorities.
• International Tax & Transfer Pricing
• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Company's global transfer pricing strategy, policies, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with international business operations to address local tax matters, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, withholding tax, and other indirect tax obligations.
• Evaluate international tax structures and planning opportunities to support global growth while maintaining compliance and managing risk.
• Process Improvement & Transformation
• Drive the modernization and digital transformation of the tax function through process optimization, automation, and technology-enabled solutions.
• Establish and enhance tax processes, controls, and governance frameworks to improve efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, assessing potential impacts and proactively implementing required changes.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive tax experience, including at least 7 years leading a corporate tax function.
• Active CPA required; Master's degree in Taxation or JD preferred.
• Prior Big Four public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Deep expertise in U.S. and international taxation, IFRS / ASC 740 tax accounting, transfer pricing, valuation allowances, and global tax planning.
• Demonstrated success advising executive leadership on complex tax matters, strategic transactions, and business initiatives.
• Proven ability to translate highly technical tax concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for senior executives and non-tax stakeholders.
• Strong leadership experience building, developing, and retaining high-performing teams in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Track record of successfully managing multiple priorities, driving cross-functional initiatives, and delivering results in a dynamic business setting.
• Exceptional relationship-building, commu

Benefits

Additional Information

Join Vonage and help us innovate cloud communications for businesses worldwide! Vice President, Tax We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated tax leader to support the Company's global Tax functions as a key member of the global tax organization. The position will report to the Chief Financial Officer, with location flexibility across the US. The successful candidate will play a critical role in overseeing global income tax accounting under IAS 12, supporting U.S. federal and state income tax compliance, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Company's tax reporting processes. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across Finance, Accounting, Legal, Treasury, and international business operations to address complex tax matters and support strategic business initiatives. Key responsibilities include the preparation and review of income tax provisions and related tax calculations, management of U.S. federal and state tax compliance activities, analysis of tax impacts arising from business transactions, and support for audits, tax planning, and process improvement initiatives. The role requires strong technical expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to effectively communicate complex tax matters to a broad range of stakeholders across U.S. and international locations.

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