Senior Global Tax Director

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Global Tax Director. Location: College Park, Maryland, United States (Hybrid or remote from anywhere in the US; offices in WA, MD, Toronto, Switzerland)

You will oversee tax strategy, compliance, reporting, and M&A tax support across multiple regions; This role reports to the VP, Global Controller and works cross-functionally with legal, finance, accounting, and M&A teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead corporate tax compliance worldwide, including income tax, indirect tax (VAT/GST), and other filings
• Prepare and review ASC 740 tax provisions for quarterly and annual financials
• Oversee tax reconciliations, SOX controls, and uncertain tax positions
• Support M&A tax strategy and oversee tax aspects of purchase accounting under US GAAP
• Manage tax risks related to business structure changes;
• Lead tax forecasting, audit readiness, and tax-related business support
• Maintain the global tax calendar and coordinate filings (income tax, property tax, etc.)
• Operationalize and manage transfer pricing and intercompany transactions
• Oversee expatriate tax compliance and calculations;
• Act as main contact for global tax audits and agency communications
• Stay up to date with tax law changes and provide related guidance
• Lead and deliver ad hoc tax projects
• Research technical tax matters and prepare/review related memos

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of professional experience, including 10+ years in multinational corporate tax
• Proven leadership in global tax functions, M&A, and international expansion
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, tax software, and internal controls
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

Preferred:

• Experience at a Big 4 firm and in corporate tax roles
• Deep knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and international tax laws
• Experience in SaaS or fast-growing technology companies;
• Familiarity with Subpart F, GILTI, VAT/GST, and sales/use tax

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base Salary Range: $189,659 – $247,322
• Includes variable bonus and equity;
• Total compensation depends on experience, skills, and location
• US Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Unlimited paid time off and holidays
  • Parental and adoption leave
  • Legal and pet insurance
  • Home internet stipend

Additional Notes: Up to 10% travel required, Fully remote in the US, or hybrid from MD or WA offices, Subject to U.S. export control laws: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legally admitted individuals (e.g., Green Card holders or refugees/asylees), IonQ is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace