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About the Role

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences. We are seeking a strategic and experienced leader to drive EA’s global tax controversy and transfer pricing strategy. As Director, Tax Controversy, you will own the company’s U.S. federal audit and controversy efforts, lead Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) strategy and negotiations, and build trusted, long-term relationships with tax authorities. This is a highly visible role requiring deep technical expertise, strong judgment, and the ability to influence outcomes in complex, high-stakes situations.

Responsibilities

Lead EA’s U.S. federal tax audits, controversy strategy, manage IRS examinations and assist with negotiation and settlements.
Develop and execute audit defense strategies supported by robust technical documentation and analytics.
Advise on the interpretation of IRS Code and Regulations by the IRS Exam Team and Counsel.
Prepare strong, technically supported responses to audit queries and documentation requests.
Manage and assist with negotiating Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) and maintain documentation for U.S. uncertain tax positions (FIN 48).
Provide strategic input on cross-border transactions, IP integration, entity rationalization, and business expansions.
Partner with Legal, Finance, and Treasury to assist in implementing tax-efficient global structures while ensuring compliance.
Represent EA in discussions with tax authorities, demonstrating professionalism, transparency, and strategic negotiation skills.
Advise senior leadership on controversy risk, audit developments, and resolution strategies, including financial statement implications.
Collaborate effectively across the organization — including Finance, Legal, Accounting, People Experience, and business units — to ensure tax alignment with operational goals.
Communicate complex tax matters clearly to non-tax stakeholders, executives, and the Tax Leadership Team.
Mentor and develop team members globally, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and technical excellence.
Contribute to EA’s broader tax strategy through proactive engagement with policy, industry trends, and technology transformation.
Support process and system improvements leveraging automation and data analytics and participate in strategic initiatives related to EA’s ongoing digital and operational transformation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
10+ years of tax consulting, compliance, and reporting experience in Big 4 and/or U.S. multinational corporate tax department, with focus on U.S. and domestic international tax.
Proven success leading IRS tax audits and controversies.
Experience with digital economy taxation, IP structuring, and transfer pricing.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and tax authorities.
Experience managing teams and collaborating across global, matrixed organizations.
Self motivated, accountable, and collaborative; able to manage multiple priorities and complex projects simultaneously while working effectively as part of high-performing team.

Skills

CPA, JD, or LLM in Taxation strongly preferred.
Experience with R&D credit helpful.
In-depth knowledge of U.S. international tax provisions (GILTI/NCTI, FDII/FDDEI, BEAT, FTC) and OECD developments (BEPS, Pillar Two) would be beneficial.
Controversy experience outside the U.S. also helpful.

Location

Redwood City, California, United States of America
Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Austin, Texas, United States of America

Work Type

Hybrid
Regular Employee

Experience Level

10+ years of tax consulting, compliance, and reporting experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Salary/Compensations

$182,600 - $276,300 USD

Benefits

Paid time off (3 weeks per year to start)
80 hours per year of sick time
16 paid company holidays per year
10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and other incentive programs.
Healthcare coverage
Mental well-being support
Retirement savings
Paid time off
Family leaves
Complimentary games

About the Company

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world.
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA.
We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity.
From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life.
Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more.
We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Equal Opportunity

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.
EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.