International Tax Manager

Datadog is a world-class monitoring and security platform for cloud applications. We're dedicated to creating, developing, and supporting our product and customers, fostering seamless collaboration and problem-solving among Dev, Ops, and Security teams globally. Built by engineers for engineers, our SaaS product is trusted by organizations of all sizes across various industries, driving digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring for our customers' entire technology stacks. As cloud technologies continue to evolve and digital operations become ever more crucial, Datadog remains at the forefront of innovation and is well-positioned for sustained growth.

Datadog's Finance team partners with stakeholders across the organization, providing commercial, operational, and analytical support to ensure that Datadog’s business continues its rapid and efficient growth.

We are seeking an International Tax and Transfer Pricing Manager to join our expanding Tax team and help manage the increasing complexity of our international operations. In this newly created role, you will play a critical role in supporting the global corporate tax function, particularly in the areas of international tax and transfer pricing.

Your primary responsibilities will include managing tax compliance, accounting, research, and planning for direct taxes in non-US markets, as well as overseeing the international components of US taxation. You will also lead our global transfer pricing documentation efforts and help manage Datadog’s growing international tax obligations under the OECD’s Pillar 2 initiative.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of transfer pricing and international tax concepts such as BEAT, GILTI, FDII, foreign tax credit utilization, and ASC 740. Expertise in modeling complex tax scenarios in Excel is essential, and proficiency with other tax technology tools is a plus.

At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.

What You’ll Do:

• Review foreign tax returns prepared by external advisory teams for accuracy.
• Assist with preparing the quarterly income tax provision for international entities.
• Oversee the preparation of annual transfer pricing documentation and benchmark studies for all Datadog entities, working closely with outside advisory firms.
• Support the full implementation of Pillar 2 requirements for international entities, including: (i) calculating safe harbor thresholds, (ii) monitoring changes in international tax legislation, and (iii) developing a GloBE calculation framework for tax accounting utilization on a quarterly basis.
• Review transfer pricing studies and address tax considerations associated with global expansion.
• Conduct research and tax treaty analysis to support compliance and planning activities.
• Assist in quarterly BEAT, FDII, and GILTI provision calculations, and review annual filing calculations.
• Assist with income tax and transfer pricing audits for international entities.
• Explore and assist with international R&D tax credit opportunities.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance tax-related workflows.

Who You Are:

• A licensed CPA with a Master’s Degree in Tax Accounting or similar certification in a related field.
• Experienced with at least 5 years of corporate and international tax, gained through a combination of tax advisory roles and/or in-house tax positions.
• Proficient in ASC 740 with a solid foundation in corporate tax compliance and reporting.
• A self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, demanding environments.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, accounting, and documentation skills.
• Skilled at prioritizing, multitasking, and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.
• Experienced with ERP systems, such as NetSuite (a plus).

Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits and Growth:

• Generous and competitive benefits package
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
• Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
• Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
• Best in breed onboarding
• Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture

Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.

Datadog offers a competitive salary and equity package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Datadog offers a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits for this role including healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, and a discounted employee stock purchase plan.

The reasonably estimated yearly salary for this role at Datadog is:$120,000—$155,000 USD

About Datadog:

Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business, delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers’ entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together, we champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

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