Senior Tax Manager

WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Seattle, Washington

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Manage worldwide tax compliance, research, planning, and audit activities for WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. and all its subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws, as well as foreign jurisdiction tax regulations.
• Prepare and file all Company tax returns, including those for international subsidiaries and affiliated entities.
• Perform FAS 109 calculations and oversee related global tax accounting matters.
• Coordinate and lead all worldwide tax audits conducted by tax authorities, serving as the primary point of contact for tax agencies and their representatives.
• Communicate regularly with senior management, external tax advisors, accountants, and consultants to provide tax guidance and support.
• Direct and coordinate the preparation of financial statements and regulatory filings for foreign countries by managing local accountants in those jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with the finance and accounting teams to optimize tax strategies and minimize tax liabilities while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
• Stay current on evolving tax laws and regulatory changes across multiple jurisdictions and advise leadership on potential impacts.
• Provide accurate and timely tax reporting to support financial statement preparation and external audit processes.
• Serve as the internal expert on international tax matters, ensuring alignment between global operations and tax obligations.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by providing tax insights for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Maintain detailed documentation of tax positions, calculations, and compliance activities to support internal controls and external audits.
• Work closely with the Controller to ensure tax functions are integrated with overall financial reporting and corporate strategy.

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive tax experience, including international tax compliance and planning
• CPA license required
• Demonstrated expertise in FAS 109 (ASC 740) and global tax accounting
• Proven experience managing tax audits and interactions with U.S. and foreign tax authorities
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws
• Experience coordinating tax reporting and financial filings across multiple foreign jurisdictions

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing cybersecurity leader

Skills & Technologies

Senior

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About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

WatchGuard Technologies provides network security, secure Wi-Fi, multi-factor authentication, and endpoint protection products for mid-market businesses and distributed enterprises worldwide. Its integrated platform combines firewalls, threat intelligence, endpoint detection and response, and cloud-based visibility and management. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company serves tens of thousands of customers through a global channel partner network, focusing on simplified deployment, centralized management, and measurable security outcomes.

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