Global Tax Director

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Udemy is a global company headquartered in San Francisco, with additional U.S. offices in Denver and Austin, and international hubs in Australia, India, Ireland, Mexico, and Türkiye.

This is an in-office position, requiring three days a week in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and flexibility on Mondays and Fridays.

Tax Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of international, federal, and state/local tax laws. Proven ability to manage complex tax compliance, audits, and reporting for multinational operations.

Strategic Leadership: Experience leading global tax team, aligning tax strategies with broader financial and business goals, and navigating fast-paced organizations.

Communication and Influence: Ability to effectively communicate complex tax matters to cross-functional teams and senior leadership. Skilled in collaborating with internal stakeholders and external advisors.

Decision-Making: Proactively identifies tax opportunities and risks, using data to drive efficient and effective tax outcomes. Brings clarity to ambiguous situations and aligns decisions with organizational strategy.

About this role

As Udemy’s Global Tax Director, you’ll lead the global income tax function, overseeing critical aspects of tax planning, compliance, reporting, and strategy. You will play an important role in shaping Udemy’s global tax structure, ensuring compliance across jurisdictions, optimizing tax efficiency, and partnering closely with finance and business leaders to support the company’s continued international growth.

What you’ll be doing

• Own and lead Udemy’s global income tax function, including direct taxes, tax accounting, instructor tax withholding program and global transfer pricing.
• Drive global tax strategy, identifying planning opportunities and managing risks across our international footprint.
• Lead the preparation and review of global tax provision and related disclosures for financial statements and SEC filings.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities and oversee tax audits, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Oversee U.S. withholding tax compliance for global instructor payments, ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and remittance.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and HR teams on tax matters related to cross-border transactions, M&A, equity compensation, and intercompany arrangements.
• Partner with external tax advisors to ensure accurate compliance and to monitor regulatory changes affecting the business.
• Implement scalable processes and technology solutions to streamline tax operations as Udemy continues to grow.
• Provide thought leadership and education to cross-functional teams on tax implications of business decisions.

What you’ll have

• 10+ years of relevant tax experience, including time spent in public accounting and in-house roles at global companies.
• Strong technical knowledge in U.S. federal, international, and indirect taxation, as well as tax accounting (ASC 740).
• Demonstrated experience with multinational operations, especially in high-growth tech or digital services companies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a track record of building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels in a dynamic environment.
• Experience overseeing U.S. withholding tax compliance for global instructor payments is a plus.
• At Udemy, compensation is based on several factors. This role is eligible for equity and a bonus in addition to base salary.
• Hiring Compensation Range: $204,000 - $255,000 USD

Why work here?

You’ll grow here. Learning is part of the job. You’ll get full access to Udemy courses, a monthly UDay to invest in yourself, and a budget to spend on personal development. You’ll have space to explore AI and apply it in practical ways.

You’ll own your work. We trust people to lead, make decisions, and follow through. You don’t need to wait for permission to have an impact.

You’ll build with others. We collaborate openly and value diverse input and ideas from all directions.

You’ll see your impact. What you build helps people grow their skills and advance their careers.

Bring your curiosity. We’ll provide the platform and support. Let’s LEARN together.

Our Benefits Start with U

Benefits vary by region and are designed to provide protection and care for you and your family. Review region-specific benefits pages (Australia, India, Ireland, Mexico, Türkiye, US) during hiring for details. All benefits are subject to change per policy and law.

Udemy is committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on any protected status. We welcome applicants with varied experiences and backgrounds.

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