Director, Tax

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive. Lyft is looking for a seasoned and strategic Director of Tax to join our Global Tax Team! As a Director of Tax, you will lead and shape the income tax planning function, driving enterprise-wide strategies to optimize our global tax position. You will serve as a key leader and advisor across cross-functional business teams — including product, engineering, legal, accounting, and broader finance — surfacing tax issues, solving complex problems, and delivering actionable solutions while owning critical responsibilities. Responsibilities Define and lead comprehensive US international and global tax strategies aligned with business objectives, minimizing liabilities and optimizing cash flow — including advising on M&A, new market entry, and structuring of global investments Serve as the senior advisor on intercompany transactions, ensuring US and international compliance and tax efficiency in cross-border arrangements, including ownership of global transfer pricing policies and strategy Lead research and provide authoritative analysis on complex US international tax matters, including Pillar II, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, and inbound and outbound transactions Own the quarterly and annual income tax provision process as the senior subject matter expert for US international tax under ASC 740 Oversee the quantification and management of tax reserves in compliance with ASC 450 Build and manage relationships with third-party service providers, and serve as a strategic partner to Lyft's finance, accounting, product, engineering, HR, and legal teams to ensure all tax requirements are met Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, development, and collaboration Anticipate and adapt to shifting regulatory landscapes and business priorities; proactively identify and communicate tax risk and opportunity to senior leadership Monitor and assess tax law changes impacting Lyft's business, analyzing legislation, leading scenario modeling, and translating complex tax matters into clear guidance for executive stakeholders Experience 12+ years of progressive corporate income tax experience, with a strong focus on tax planning for multinational corporations with operations in EMEA and APAC Demonstrated leadership experience managing tax professionals and cross-functional initiatives at scale Deep expertise in US international tax and transfer pricing principles and their application to technology businesses Proven track record developing tax forecasts and building sophisticated tax models to support strategic decision-making Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740 and ASC 450 Established ability to cultivate executive-level relationships and communicate complex tax matters clearly to all levels of the organization Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Demonstrated ability to balance individual ownership and accountability with broad cross-functional collaboration Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex tax topics for non-tax business partners Strong attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and compliance Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite; experience with accounting systems are a plus Preferred Qualifications CPA, JD, or LLM in Taxation Combined Big 4 or law firm and technology industry experience Accounting system experience (Oracle or similar ERP) Benefits: Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits Family building benefits Child care and pet benefits 401(k) plan with company match to help save for your future In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discre