WEBTOON is the world's leading story tech platform, connecting readers and creators across the globe. Our Tax team supports a multinational corporate structure spanning the United States, Canada, Japan, and Korea, partnering closely with leading advisory firms (KPMG, Deloitte, EY, PwC) to manage the company's global tax position as it scales.
About the Role
We're looking for an International Senior Tax Manager to lead international tax matters for WEBTOON's global corporate group. Based in our Los Angeles headquarters, you'll be the in-house expert on U.S. international tax rules as they apply to our multinational operations, working cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and outside advisors to manage compliance, structuring, and cross-border transactions across our U.S., Korean, Japanese, and Canadian entities.
Key Responsibilities
Own international tax matters across WEBTOON's multinational corporate structure, including entities in the U.S., Korea, Japan, and Canada
Apply and advise on U.S. international tax concepts — including GILTI, Subpart F, BEAT, and FTC — as well as OECD Pillar Two implications (e.g., Global Minimum Tax, QDMTT), as they affect the group's global structure and transactions
Lead transfer pricing analysis and reviews for cross-border intercompany transactions
Design, evaluate, and help implement intercompany transaction and settlement structures
Partner with external advisors (Big Four and law firms) and internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, FP&A) on tax compliance, planning, and audit matters
Monitor changes in U.S. and international tax law and assess impact on the company's global tax position
Support tax provision and reporting processes as they relate to international operations
Qualifications
7+ years of progressive international tax experience at a public accounting firm, law firm, or in-house tax function at a multinational company
Working knowledge of U.S. international tax and transfer pricing principles
Experience with cross-border transactions, tax treaties, and withholding tax matters
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across time zones and cultures with teams in Korea, Japan, and Canada
Nice to Have
CPA license or JD/tax attorney credential
Experience with cross-border assignments or transactions involving Korea or Japan
Big Four public accounting or global corporate in-house tax background
Experience in tech, media, or entertainment industries
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