Visa · 3 days ago
Senior Director, Federal Tax
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$211K/yr - $369K/yr
12+ years expVisa is a world leader in payments and technology, and they are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Director of Federal Tax to lead the U.S. federal tax function. This role is responsible for advancing Visa’s financial strategy through optimized tax planning, compliance excellence, and risk mitigation.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile PaymentsPayments
No H1B
Responsibilities
Architect and execute federal tax strategies aligned with Visa’s long-term business objectives and sustainable ETR optimization
Monitor and interpret evolving federal tax legislation, providing proactive guidance to executive leadership
Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of all U.S. federal tax returns and disclosures
Ensure full compliance with IRS regulations and maintain a robust control environment for audit readiness
Support federal tax audit strategy, manage IRS examinations, and defend tax positions
Provide executive-level transparency into tax risks, exposures, and resolution strategies
Partner with Provision, Transfer Pricing, M&A, Planning and U.S. International Tax teams for aligned strategies and efficient compliance
Drive operational excellence by streamlining workflows and enhancing cross-functional coordination
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Government Relations, and other stakeholders to integrate federal tax strategy into broader corporate initiatives
Advise senior executives on federal tax implications of strategic decisions, transactions, and policy developments
Lead and inspire a high-performing federal tax team, setting clear goals and fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement
Champion the adoption of tax technology and data analytics to enhance reporting accuracy and compliance efficiency
Deliver regular updates to executive leadership on federal tax performance, risks, and opportunities
Translate complex tax matters into actionable insights for decision-makers and escalate critical issues as needed
Qualification
Required
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA /JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD
Preferred
15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
CPA or JD preferred; deep expertise in federal tax law and regulatory frameworks
Proven track record of strategic leadership and cross-functional influence
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and drive alignment
Demonstrated success in leading high-performing teams and fostering inclusive, results-driven cultures
Experience with tax technology and data analytics is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401 (k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Company
Visa
Visa is a multinational financial services company that facilitates electronic payment systems throughout the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TNB Financial Services
2016-09-10Post Ipo Equity
2008-03-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ryan McInerney
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Suh
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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